World Cup 2026: Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight home, has players fly commercial after elimination
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Key Points:
- Uruguay's soccer federation (AUF) canceled the charter flight for players to return from Mexico to Montevideo after their 2026 World Cup elimination, forcing players to find commercial flights home or for personal vacations.
- Uruguay was eliminated from the World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Spain, allowing underdog Cape Verde to advance, marking one of the most shocking group stage outcomes in tournament history.
- The team's failure to advance is seen as a humiliating result for a squad expected to progress over Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia.
- Manager Marcelo Bielsa, known for his controversial and intense style, was caught on video angrily confronting journalists after the match, reflecting internal tensions.
- Bielsa's tenure, which began in 2023, ended amid widespread infighting and included the retirement of star player Luis Suarez following a dispute with the coach.
