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Diego Forlan steps in as interim coach after Uruguay's World Cup disaster

Diego Forlan has been named Uruguay's interim head coach after Marcelo Bielsa stepped down following the country's disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Manuel Ugarte injury blow leaves Man Utd facing 'anxious' wait

Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a serious knee injury during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Federico Valverde faces scrutiny after Uruguay World Cup exit amid Real Madrid captaincy questions

Federico Valverde's difficult World Cup campaign with Uruguay has sparked concern among Real Madrid supporters, with the midfielder enduring criticism after his side crashed out at the group stage following a 1-0 defeat to Spain.

Cape Verde international defender Roberto Lopes

Lopes LinkedIn tale adds another chapter to Cape Verde’s fairytale

Having been discovered through LinkedIn, Cape Verde international defender Roberto Lopes has come a long way and is very much a part of the Islanders’ national team that is making history at this year’s FIFA World Cup in the Americas.

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Marcelo Bielsa takes responsibility as Uruguay face must-win Spain clash

Uruguay head coach Marcelo Bielsa has accepted responsibility for his side’s frustrating start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting costly mistakes have left La Celeste chasing qualification despite performances he believes deserved more.

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Manuel Ugarte: Uruguay 'can always' surprise again at the FIFA World Cup

Manuel Ugarte has insisted that Uruguay can "always win" at the FIFA World Cup, as he prepares to head to Canada, Mexico and the United States with belief growing inside the squad.

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