Abel Hernández – Uruguay | World Cup 2026 Player Profile
Abel Hernández
Abel Mathías Hernández Platero
Date of BirthAugust 8, 1990 (age 35)
Place of BirthPando, Uruguay
Height / Weight185 cm / 75 kg
PositionForward
Current ClubPenarol
24
Career
Appearances
10
Career
Goals
2025-26 Season
| Competition | MP | Gls | Ast |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Primera División - Clausura | 14 | 10 | 0 |
| Liga Profesional Argentina | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Copa Argentina | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| All Competitions | 24 | 10 | 0 |
0
Int'l
Caps
0
Int'l
Goals
Uruguay International
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World Cup 2026
Group H →| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Spain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| 2 |  Cabo Verde | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| 4 |  Saudi Arabia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -4 | 2 |
2026 tournament outlook
Abel Hernández will represent Uruguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Uruguay have been drawn in Group H alongside Spain, Saudi Arabia, Cabo Verde. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-15 against Saudi Arabia at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. As a forward, Hernández will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Uruguay is a 2-time World Cup champion and will be looking to add to their legacy.
Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup
Abel Hernández is part of the Uruguay squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Marcelo Bielsa, alongside S. Mele, J. Giménez, P. Alcoba, and G. de Arrascaeta among the key players.
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Uruguay Teammates
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| S. Mele | Goalkeeper |
| J. Giménez | Defender |
| P. Alcoba | Midfielder |
| G. de Arrascaeta | Attacker |
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