The Uruguay national team was eliminated prematurely from the 2026 World Cup.

What happened?

The Celeste lost their last match 5-1 to USA on November 19, 2025.

Why is it important for Uruguay?

Sergio Markarián, a renowned strategist, defended Marcelo Bielsa and explained the reasons behind his decisions. “If a player who has all the guarantees of being a leader, who we want and who always plays well, is not doing well that day, he has to leave. What's the problem?”, said Markarián.

What comes next?

The squad will return to their country or destination of choice separately. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | November 19, 2025 | USA 5-1 Uruguay | The recent form of the team is 1W-2D-2L, with two consecutive losses.

What did Marcelo Bielsa say?

Bielsa stated that the team's leaders left him alone, a strong phrase that was not replicated during the meeting by any of the attendees. “Bielsa gathered the squad, there was a balance talk, not very extensive, but he threw a strong phrase. He told the players, pointing mainly to the leaders, that he was leaving the World Cup very sad because they had left him alone”, reported ESPN's Sebastián Giovanelli. The elimination of the Celeste has generated a multitude of criticisms towards the squad and coach Marcelo Bielsa, who will officially leave his position this Tuesday at a press conference.