Spain and Uruguay have both made notable adjustments to their starting lineups for their Group H World Cup encounter in Guadalajara.
The changes include the inclusion of Marcos Llorente, Mikel Merino, and Darwin Nuñez in the first eleven.
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Spain's Tactical Shift
Spain reintroduced Marcos Llorente to the starting lineup after he was a substitute against Saudi Arabia. Midfielder Mikel Merino also earned his first tournament start, replacing Dani Olmo.
The Spanish side will begin with Unai Simón in goal, supported by defenders Marcos Llorente, Cubarsí, Laporte, and Cucurella.
The midfield features Rodri, Pedri, and Mikel Merino, while Lamine Yamal, Oyarzabal, and Baena lead the attack.
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Uruguay's Changes Under Bielsa
Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa opted to keep Fernando Muslera in goal despite recent criticism of his performance against Cape Verde, choosing him over Sergio Rochet.
Defender José María Giménez was left out despite recovering from ankle discomfort.
Forward Darwin Nuñez returned to the starting striker position after being benched against Cape Verde.
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Uruguay's starting formation includes Muslera, Varela, Cáceres, Mathías Olivera, Juan Sanabria, Ugarte, Valverde, Bentancur, Canobbio, Darwin Núñez, and Maximiliano Araújo.
