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Uruguay legend Diego Forlan replaces Bielsa as nation's manager on interim basis
Zack Oaten / Tri · 2 days ago
Former Manchester United forward Diego Forlan is the new Uruguay boss after a disappointing World Cup.
Spain’s indispensable cog Dani Olmo makes De la Fuente's side more complete
François Miguel · 1 weeks ago
When Dani Olmo starts a match at this World Cup, Spain are a far more complete side. Through his link-up play with his Barça teammates and with Mikel Oyarzabal, the Catalan has demonstrated his importance whenever Luis de la Fuente has selected him in the starting line-up. His presence from the outset against Portugal is essential for La Roja.
Cape Verde's Bubista praises team after going toe-to-toe with reigning champs
Reuters · 1 weeks ago
Cape Verde coach Bubista felt huge pride in his team after they took three-time world champions Argentina to the wire before losing a thrilling last-32 clash at the World Cup on Friday.
Spain declares Yamal, Munoz and Pino fit to face Austria
Reuters · 1 weeks ago
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his talent-rich squad was ready to face Austria in their World Cup last-32 match on Thursday with Lamine Yamal, Victor Munoz and Yeremy Pino all available for selection.
Former manager Queiroz standing between Colombia and the Round of 16
Reuters · 1 weeks ago
Colombia will look to build on one of the strongest group-stage campaigns at the World Cup when they face Ghana in the round of 32 on Friday, but standing in their way is a familiar face in their former coach Carlos Queiroz.
Uruguay's fall guy Muslera hid fever from Bielsa before critical World Cup loss
Alex Xavier · 2 weeks ago
Uruguay's early elimination from the group stage of the 2026 World Cup took on another dramatic behind-the-scenes twist this Monday (29th June).
Man Utd midfielder Ugarte facing long time out after serious knee injury
Reuters · 2 weeks ago
Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte could be facing a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee ligament injury during their 1-0 World Cup defeat by Spain on Friday.
Spain boss De la Fuente praises team's resilience after battling win against Uruguay
Reuters · 2 weeks ago
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente praised his side's resilience after a battling 1-0 win over Uruguay secured top spot in World Cup Group H, saying the players had coped with a physically demanding match in which they were pushed "to the limit".
Spain edge Uruguay to win group as La Celeste crash out at group stage once again
Mark Strange · 2 weeks ago
Two-time champions Uruguay failed to progress to the knockout stages at the FIFA World Cup (WC) in consecutive tournaments after a 1-0 defeat to Group H winners Spain in Guadalajara.
Uruguay's Valverde looking to use Madrid frustration as motivation for Spain clash
AFP · 2 weeks ago
Deprived of a trophy with Real Madrid after a turbulent season, Federico Valverde is just as frustrated so far at the World Cup with Uruguay, who have disappointed and now absolutely must avoid defeat against Spain on Friday in Guadalajara, or risk being eliminated.
Spain forward Oyarzabal shrugs off soreness, wants Lamine to cause more chaos
Reuters · 3 weeks ago
Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal has a sore body, a cool head and no appetite for a rest as his side prepare to face Uruguay banking on the mayhem teammate Lamine Yamal can cause at the World Cup.
Jorge Tavares: World Cup heroics have sparked Cape Verde football rebirth
Shina Oludare · 3 weeks ago
Cape Verde's impressive performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup have sparked a new wave of hope for football in the island nation, according to former international Jorge Tavares.
Uruguay coach Bielsa: 'We deserved to win' against Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia
Reuters · 3 weeks ago
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa was left scratching his head on Sunday after ending up with draws in two World Cup games he thought his team should have won.
Cape Verde looking to 'achieve a new dream' at World Cup with second round looming
AFP · 3 weeks ago
Cape Verde coach Bubista said his team are targeting a place in the World Cup knockout rounds after battling to a 2-2 draw with Uruguay in the latest stop of their fairytale campaign on Sunday.
Cape Verde provide another shock in draw against Uruguay
James Hilsum · 3 weeks ago
Uruguay and Cape Verde shared the spoils with an entertaining 2-2 draw in this FIFA World Cup (WC) Group H encounter, extending the latter’s unbeaten run to five games (W3, D2).
De la Fuente says Spain will 'perform very differently' for Saudi Arabia matchup
Reuters · 3 weeks ago
Spain faced scrutiny after an uninspiring scoreless draw with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, and while manager Luis de la Fuente said his side lives in a bubble, they are spurred on by the criticism ahead of their game with Saudi Arabia.
Cape Verde keeper Vozinha delighted as mother gets World Cup visa
Reuters · 3 weeks ago
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha said on Thursday he was very happy his mother had obtained a U.S. visa and would be able to watch him play against Uruguay in the World Cup this weekend.
Cape Verde's Lopes glad he didn't swap jersey after historic draw with Spain
Reuters · 4 weeks ago
Now that he is at the World Cup, Cape Verde defender Roberto Lopes had initially decided to break his habit of not swapping jerseys after a match, but is happy to have missed the chance to do so after his side's shock draw with Spain.
Donis blames amount of time in charge of Saudi Arabia for draw with Uruguay
Reuters · 4 weeks ago
Saudi Arabia coach Georgios Donis said he had not been in charge long enough to ensure the squad have the tactical flexibility needed to deal with an experienced Uruguay side after their 1-1 draw with the South Americans at the World Cup on Monday.
Araujo saves Uruguay's blushes to salvage point against Saudi Arabia
James Hilsum · 4 weeks ago
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay shared the spoils in an absorbing 1-1 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup (WC), leaving La Celeste with only one win in their last nine opening games at the tournament (D5, L3).
