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Marcelo Bielsa did not hold back after seeing his Uruguay side held to a frustrating 2-2 draw by Cape Verde, leaving their World Cup dreams hanging by a thread. The veteran coach watched on as his team failed to bounce back from their opening matchday draw against Saudi Arabia, with Uruguay left needing a win in their final group game against Euro 2024 winners Spain.

The 2026 World Cup has produced its fair share of emotional storylines, but few resonate as strongly as the journey of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha. After a heroic performance against Spain in a match that ended 0-0 and left him in tears over his family's absence, the 40-year-old veteran has received the news he was dreaming of.

Marcelo Bielsa has finally addressed his awkward World Cup photoshoot, firmly stating he has no obligation to act like a model. The Uruguay head coach went viral after staring at the ground during his official FIFA media duties. Following a 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia, the veteran manager brushed off the widespread attention as an absolute non-issue.

Uruguay 2026 kits revealed - from a new version of the cool blue meets futuristic patterns.

Comprehensive match preview of Uruguay vs Cabo Verde at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Maxi Araujo struck late to rescue a 1-1 draw for Uruguay against Saudi Arabia in their World Cup opener. Marcelo Bielsa’s side laboured for long periods and trailed after Abdulelah Al-Amri’s first-half goal, while Darwin Nunez was substituted at the break following a quiet display. Saudi goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais then produced a string of outstanding saves to preserve a valuable point.

Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup campaign has been hit by a significant logistical setback after multiple flight delays left Marcelo Bielsa’s squad temporarily stranded in Mexico. The La Celeste party suffered a cancellation and further hold-ups due to paperwork issues just 24 hours before their opening match against Saudi Arabia.

For a coach who's worked in professional football for nearly 40 years, Marcelo Bielsa hasn't won many trophies at the highest level. Pep Guardiola says that doesn't matter, though. "To be loved is this biggest title, bigger than the Champions League or Premier League or whatever," the Catalan once argued. "To be loved is the most important thing, and I think Marcelo has that more than any other manager in the world."

From enchiladas to coxinha, discover the fan-favorite foods of Groups G, H and I and where to find them across New York City during the 2026 World Cup.