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Uruguay ref replaces cards with digital device

Football could be on the verge of its most significant aesthetic change in decades following a trial that saw traditional disciplinary cards replaced by technology. During a recent cup clash in South America, a match official ditched the iconic plastic cards in favour of a digital device that manages every aspect of player discipline.

Izquierdo dies aged 27 after collapsing in Copa Libertadores tie

Nacional defender Juan Izquierdo has died at the age of 27 - days on from suffering a cardiac arrhythmia in a Copa Libertadores tie against Sao Paulo.

Uruguayan league on hold with Izquierdo in critical care after cardiac arrest

Club football in Uruguay has been put on hold with Nacional star Juan Izquierdo still in critical care after suffering a cardiac arrest on the pitch.

USMNT's Johnny Cardoso set for La Liga move in January

USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso is being lined up by La Liga side Real Betis for a January move.

MLS-linked Suarez confirms Nacional exit

Luis Suarez has bid an emotional farewell to boyhood club Nacional, with the veteran striker seeing a move to MLS as a free agent speculated on.

WATCH: Suarez wins Nacional title 16 years after his first

Luis Suarez is a winner again in Uruguay, with the ex-Liverpool and Barcelona star claiming a second title with Nacional 16 years after his first.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
2	Montevideo City Torque	11	7	1	3	21	12	9	22	L W L D L
3	Club Atletico Penarol	11	6	3	2	16	8	8	20	L D W D W
4	Nacional	10	6	2	2	14	9	5	20	W W W W D
5	Deportivo Maldonado	10	5	3	2	14	6	8	18	D W W W L
6	Cerro	11	5	3	3	13	14	-1	18	D W L D L

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