The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) made a historic announcement on Thursday, naming Diego Forlán as the new coach of the Uruguay national team. In a bold and integral move, the legendary former striker will take on a dual institutional responsibility, leading both the Under-20 and senior teams.
What happened?
The AUF formalized Forlán's appointment on Thursday, generating a warm reunion with various workers and officials who accompanied him during his active playing career. The award-winning forward played for the Celeste in a total of 112 official matches from March 2002 to June 2014.
Why does it matter for Uruguay?
Forlán's return to the Uruguay national team's facilities is expected to bring a new perspective and experience to the squad. With his dual institutional responsibility, Forlán will seek to combine the experience of key figures with the projection of junior categories.
What's next?
The first test for the new Uruguayan coaching staff will be a friendly match against Japan's national team. Subsequently, the Charrúa expedition will close its activity by measuring forces against South Korea's national team.
The Uruguayan fans and the local sports media are eagerly awaiting the start of this cycle, trusting that the hierarchy of one of their greatest legends will translate into success from the technical zone.
The sports planning has defined the exact dates for Forlán's debut as coach of the Uruguayan representative. The debut of the Charrúa coach will take place formally during the FIFA date corresponding to the month of September, a framework in which he will embark on a tour of the Asian continent.
What's next?
The Uruguay national team is preparing to face Japan in a friendly match, followed by a preparation match against South Korea. With Forlán at the helm, the senior team seeks to combine the experience of key figures with the projection of junior categories.
The Uruguayan fans are eagerly awaiting the start of this cycle, trusting that Forlán's hierarchy will translate into success from the technical zone.
The AUF has defined the exact dates for Forlán's debut as coach of the Uruguayan representative. The debut of the Charrúa coach will take place formally during the FIFA date corresponding to the month of September, a framework in which he will embark on a tour of the Asian continent.
The Uruguay national team is currently in third place in the World Cup standings, with 2 points, 0 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in 3 games. In the last match, the senior team suffered a defeat against Spain, with a score of 0-1.
The Uruguayan fans are eagerly awaiting the start of this cycle, trusting that Forlán's hierarchy will translate into success from the technical zone.
The Uruguay national team is currently dealing with several injured players, including G. de Arrascaeta and R. Araújo.
