Former striker Diego Forlan has been appointed head coach of the Uruguay national team following their disastrous World Cup campaign, the country’s soccer federation (AUF) announced Thursday. Forlan will take over, reportedly on an interim basis, from Marcelo Bielsa who stepped down following Uruguay’s group-stage exit from the World Cup. “Diego Forlan is coming home […]
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Bielsa accepts blame for World Cup exit, but says Uruguay deserved more
Marcelo Bielsa said Uruguay deserved more from all three of their World Cup games, but accepted the critics that will come his way after the two-time winners crashed out in the group stage. Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera’s mistake condemned Bielsa’s side to an early exit in a 1-0 defeat to Spain on Friday after disappointing draws […]
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Uruguay frustrated by dogged Saudi Arabia in World Cup draw
Uruguay dominated but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in the sweltering heat of Miami on Monday to leave an intriguing Group H wide open. The stalemate came hours after one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history when European champions Spain were held 0-0 by debutants Cape Verde in […]
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Yamal injury hangs over Spain as Uruguay, Saudi seek Group H surprise
Spain’s World Cup preparations have been beset by fitness concerns, including to star winger Lamine Yamal, as Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa faces a challenge to his authority before aiming to shock the European champions in Group H. Barcelona’s Yamal could reportedly miss Spain’s opening two games against tournament debutants Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia due […]
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Maverick Bielsa faces Uruguay mutiny ahead of World Cup
Marcelo Bielsa is widely revered as a pioneer of coaching but his unconventional methods risk ruining Uruguay’s World Cup chances before the tournament has even begun. Nicknamed “El Loco” (mad man), Bielsa’s bold attacking approach has proved an inspiration to a younger generation of coaches including Pep Guardiola and USA boss Mauricio Pochettino. Yet, his […]
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More than goals: Valverde draws Real Madrid map to glory
Federico Valverde’s sensational hat-trick against Manchester City helped Real Madrid put one foot in the Champions League quarterfinals, but his words after the game may prove more crucial still.
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Timbers waive Jonathan Rodríguez
The Portland Timbers waived Uruguayan Jonathan Rodríguez and exercised a buyout of his contract.
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Facundo Torres heads to Austin FC
Uruguayan Facundo Torres is returning to MLS after a season at Brazilian powerhouse Palmeiras.
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USMNT gets signature performance, leaving Uruguay in crisis
The 5-1 win over Uruguay in Tampa will be talked about for a long time.
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USA-Uruguay Men’s Friendly Player Ratings
The USMNT closed out its 2025 calendar with a bang, breezing past Uruguay in a dominant 5-1 win.