Uruguay's Under-19 national team will chase their first win at the South American Games 2026 when they face Argentina on Saturday, 19 September. The match, part of the second round in Group B, kicks off at 15:00 local time at the Estadio Marcelo Bielsa.
Both sides enter with points to prove. Uruguay suffered a 1-0 defeat to Venezuela in their opener, while Argentina lost 2-1 to Paraguay. A victory is essential for either team to keep their semi-final hopes alive, with only the top two from each group advancing. La Celeste's youth side will aim to turn their fortunes around at a historic venue that has hosted significant Uruguayan achievements in the past.
The Group B Landscape
The group consists of Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela. On the first matchday, Paraguay beat Argentina and Venezuela overcame Uruguay. This Saturday's second round also features Paraguay versus Venezuela at 10:00. The final group matches are on Monday 21 September, with Paraguay-Uruguay at 10:00 and Argentina-Venezuela at 15:00. All games are being held at the Estadio Marcelo Bielsa.
The men's football tournament at the South American Games, also referred to as the Odesur Games, offers qualification for other multi-sport events. The semi-finals are scheduled for Wednesday 23 September, with the gold medal match set for Friday 25.
This youth fixture comes during a key year for Uruguayan football. The senior national team currently sits third in their World Cup qualifying group, with two points from three matches. Their next challenge is an away fixture against Japan on 24 September. The side managed by Marcelo Bielsa is looking to build momentum after a run of five games without a win, comprising four draws and one loss. Fans can track the full squad's progress on the official squad page.
First reported at afa.com.ar
