Uruguay national football team faces goalkeeper dilemma. The Uruguayan team faces Spain with doubts in goal. The return of Fernando Muslera seemed like one of those stories that football likes.

What happened to Muslera?

Muslera had announced his retirement from the national team after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. But four years later, Marcelo Bielsa called him up again.

Why is it important for Uruguay?

Bielsa's decision generated debate in Uruguay. Not so much because of Muslera's figure, but because of what it represented. Uruguay had an heir in Sergio Rochet.

What comes next?

Uruguay faces Spain with a question that just a few months ago seemed unthinkable: Muslera or Rochet? The qualification for the round of 16 hangs by a thread. | Date | Match | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-21 | Uruguay - Cape Verde Islands | 2-2 | | 2026-06-27 | Uruguay - Spain | -

What is the current context?

Last result: Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde Islands (2026-06-21). Next fixture: vs Spain (at home, 2026-06-27). Currently sidelined: Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Ronald Araújo.