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Initially announcing a bid to host the World Cup with Uruguay in 2017, the World Cup holders expanded their plans including Paraguay and Chile as co-hosts. Uruguay hosted the first-ever World Cup in 1930.

SportMob15 months ago

Nunez to follow Suarez's footprint to overcome Liverpool's struggles

Joining Liverpool on an £85m transfer in the summer, Nunez has scored nine goals in his 20 appearances for the Reds since arriving. However, the Uruguayan has been criticized for missing some scoring opportunities.

Sky Sports15 months ago

Several of Uruguay squad set to be charged with misconduct by FIFA

Godin, Cavani and two other Uruguay players set to be charged by FIFA after reacting furiously to Uruguay’s World Cup exit

SportMob17 months ago

Marcelo Bielsa set to take over Diego Alonso’s job at Uruguay

With Uruguay’s disappointing exit from the World Cup, manager Diego Alonso is set to be replaced and it seems the former Leeds and Marseille boss Marcelo Bielsa is the main candidate.

SportMob17 months ago

Addo steps down as Ghana coach but predicts a bright future for Ghana

Manager Otto Addo may have resigned from his post at Ghana but he sees a bright future for the Black Stars.

SportMob17 months ago

Alonso blames Uruguay’s exit on late penalty decision against Portugal

Uruguay manager Diego Alonso blames their World Cup exit on the controversial penalty Portugal were awarded against Uruguay

SportMob17 months ago

Son over the moon with South Korea’s win over Portugal

South Korea managed a late win over Portugal that saw them qualify to the last-16 over Uruguay which had Spurs star Son in tears after the match

SportMob17 months ago

Ghana 0–2 Uruguay: A Victory That is Just Not Enough

Ghana and Uruguay faced each other in a revival of their World Cup 2010 quarter-final tie as the Africans eyed revenge against their South American rivals. Especially, as they needed to hold on for a draw while a victory was necessary for the Uruguayans.

SportMob17 months ago

Suarez refuses to apologize for the 2010 World Cup Ghana incident

Former Barcelona superstar Luis Suarez thinks Ghanaian fans need to move on from his handball against Ghana in the 2010 World Cup

SportMob17 months ago

Uruguay manager defended his use of Real Madrid star Federico Valverde

Uruguay manager, Diego Alonso, says they will need to perform better as a team to help Real Madrid star Federico Valverde.

SportMob17 months ago

Bruno Fernandes' brace against Uruguay secures last-16 for Portugal

Portugal beat Uruguay 2-0 to become the third team to win both matches at 2022 World Cup and secure a spot in the knockout stages.

SportMob17 months ago

Santos: ”Man United pressure doesn't affect Ronaldo’s performance”

Manchester United decided to terminate Cristiano Ronaldo's contract after a controversial interview last week. However, the Portuguese scored in his side's 3-2 victory over Ghana to become the first player to score in five separate World Cups.

SportMob17 months ago

Uruguay’s Bentancur is happy to be underdogs against Portugal

After a goalless draw with South Korea, Uruguay will face Portugal next in their Qatar 2022 campaign. Uruguay's midfielder Bentancur is happy to be out of the critics' spotlight facing Portugal on Monday.

SportMob17 months ago

Uruguay denied by woodwork in goalless draw against South Korea

Thursday's World Cup clash between Uruguay and South Korea finished without a goal at Education City Stadium.

SportMob17 months ago

Uruguay's Sergio Rochet doesn’t fear facing Korea's masked warrior Son

After undergoing surgery for a fracture around his eye, the Tottenham striker revealed on Instagram that he will be fit to feature for Korea this upcoming World Cup with a mask protecting his face. Uruguay goalkeeper claims he's ready to fear the Tottenham star.

SportMob17 months ago

Edinson Cavani confident of being fully fit for the World Cup

Valencia star Edinson Cavani is expected to be fit for the World Cup in Qatar after suffering an injury against Barcelona.

SportMob18 months ago

Liverpool's Nunez: “Suarez told me not to repeat my red card screw-up”

The former Benfica striker followed his Uruguay teammate joining Liverpool on a record fee last summer. However, things got difficult for Nunez as he received a direct red card in his second Premier League game, after which he received a phone call from Suarez.

ESPN18 months ago

LA Galaxy to sign Luis Suarez after the Qatar World Cup

Luis Suarez rejoined the club he started his career with, Nacional, on a short-term contract last summer. The former Liverpool and Barca striker is linked with a move to LA Galaxy after his last World Cup this winter.

RAC119 months ago

Darwin Nunez admits he can't understand Klopp's Liverpool team talks

After a big money switch from Benfica, Nunez had a difficult start to life at Liverpool. Admitting being short on confidence, the Uruguayan hails Klopp for motivation.

TNT Sports19 months ago