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Uruguay Appoints Diego Forlán as New National Team Coach
Forlán announces 'Ruso' Pérez as assistant in Uruguay national team
From Holding Him in His Arms to Facing Him 18 Years Later: The Heartwarming Story of Father and Son in Uruguayan Football
Uruguay's Mele joins Independiente on loan
Domínguez: Uruguay is 'the example of the continent' and Alonso a 'great leader'
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Uruguay Appoints Diego Forlán as New National Team Coach
Uruguay National Team Appoints Diego Forlán as New Coach. The former striker will be in charge of both the Under-20 and senior teams.
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Forlán builds his staff as Uruguay eyes World Cup 2026
Forlán outlines Uruguay's U20 coaching staff, weighing three candidates as the team aims to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after a 0‑1 loss to Spain.
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Independiente Signs Santiago Mele on Loan to Strengthen Goalkeeper Position
Uruguayan goalkeeper Santiago Mele has been signed on a one-year loan deal with Argentine club Independiente. A veteran of the 2026 World Cup squad, he'll compete with long-serving goalkeeper Rodrigo Rey for a spot in the team.
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Toluca Secures Federico Viñas as World Cup-Star Striker from Uruguay
Club Deportivo Toluca has secured Federico Viñas, a Uruguay national team star from the 2026 World Cup, through a multilayered deal worth $13.5 million. After playing for Real Oviedo in Spain, Viñas returns to Mexico with hopes of rekindling past success.
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Brian Gutiérrez joins Montevideo City Torque on loan
Brian Gutiérrez joins Montevideo City Torque on loan for a season, with an option to buy. The young defender will continue his development in Uruguayan football after River Plate included a repurchase clause and another.
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The Party Band trolls Argentina with song about Uruguay at 2026 World Cup
Uruguayan band The Party Band released a mocking song for Argentina after their 2026 World Cup final loss: 'Four stars are more than three.' See the lyrics and backstory behind the viral track.
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History
Uruguay compete on the international stage under the CONMEBOL confederation. The team qualified for the 2026 World Cup via their qualifying campaign. Their best previous World Cup finish is Champions.