Uruguay's harsh punishment: charter canceled, players return on regular flights

The Uruguay national team is suffering the consequences of its early exit from the 2026 World Cup. The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) decided to cancel the charter flight that was reserved to transport the entire delegation back to Montevideo.

What happened?

The elimination of Uruguay in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup left a bitter taste in the team and the AUF leadership. The team was unable to find the resources to reverse the score in their match against Spain.

Why is it important for Uruguay?

The AUF's decision to cancel the charter flight reflects the harsh blow of being eliminated from the competition earlier than expected. The players will not return to the country as a group, but each member of the squad will organize their return individually.

What comes next?

In the coming days, the Uruguayan football authorities are expected to conduct a review of the team's participation in the World Cup to analyze the factors that led to this result and begin to define the future of the sports project led by Marcelo Bielsa.