Uruguay suffered a tough defeat against Spain in the 2026 World Cup. Jorge Burruchaga, 1986 World Cup winner with Argentina, heavily criticized the Uruguayan team.

What happened in the match?

The 1-0 defeat against Spain on Saturday night left Uruguay out of the World Cup.

Why did Burruchaga criticize the team?

Burruchaga said the Uruguayan team seemed 'heartless' and didn't show the grit that characterizes Uruguayan football.

What did Burruchaga say about the argument between Bielsa and the players?

Burruchaga also spoke about the argument between coach Marcelo Bielsa and several Uruguayan players before the match. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | 2025-11-19 | USA 5-1 Uruguay | Uruguay's recent form is 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the last 5 matches.

What's next for Uruguay?

The elimination in the 2026 World Cup leaves Uruguay with an uncertain future. Burruchaga believes the team must rethink and find the passion that characterizes them.