Uruguay · WC2026 SQUAD · Group HNicolás de la Cruz
FlamengoABOUT NICOLÁS DE LA CRUZ
Auto-generated from squad dataWorld Cup pedigree
Nicolás de la Cruz arrives at the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 8 appearances on record from the WC2026 qualifying campaign for Uruguay, contributing 3 goals and 3 assists across roughly 71 minutes per appearance. Those numbers form the baseline ahead of his tournament involvement — they will refresh to live WC2026 totals once the group stage opens on 11 June 2026.
Role for Uruguay
As a midfielder for Uruguay, Cruz links defence and attack — controlling tempo, recycling possession, and contributing in transition. His club role at Flamengo is similar — control midfield tempo, recycle possession, and contribute in transition.
WC2026 outlook
Uruguay enter Group H, opening their tournament in the opening group fixture. Cruz's individual contribution will be tracked across the group stage and into the knockout rounds.
Best WC2026 odds for Uruguay
Tournament starts 11 June 2026
Nicolás de la Cruz's WC2026 stats will appear here after the tournament opens with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Banorte.
Stats update after each match Cruz features in.
QUALIFYING STATS
Performance Metrics