Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight after World Cup elimination
Yahoo Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Uruguay's national soccer team has been eliminated from the World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Spain, ending their tournament run despite expectations to advance.
- The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) canceled the team's charter flight home, requiring players to return on multiple commercial flights instead of as a squad.
- Manager Marcelo Bielsa expressed frustration and disappointment, acknowledging that his tenure yielded no significant achievements and confirming he will not continue as head coach.
- Uruguay will begin the search for a new national team manager ahead of hosting a 2030 World Cup match, marking the tournament's 100th anniversary.
- The team's early exit follows draws against Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde, which left Uruguay needing a win against Spain to progress.
