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Uruguay is in the 48-team World Cup field. Group-stage opponents, dates, and host cities are listed below.
| Match | Opponent | City | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match 14 Group H | Saudi Arabia | Atlanta Atlanta Stadium | Jun 15 (Mon) |
| Match 37 Group H | Cabo Verde | ||
| Match 65 Group H | Spain | Houston Houston Stadium | Jun 26 (Fri) |
Against all odds, Uruguay defeats host nation Brazil 2-1 in the final decisive match of the 1950 World Cup at the Maracanã, a match that remains legendary in football lore.
During the 2010 Quarter-finals, Luis Suárez deliberately hand-balls a goal-bound shot against Ghana. He is sent off, but Ghana misses the resulting penalty, and Uruguay wins the shootout.
Led by Diego Forlán and Luis Suárez, Uruguay defeats Paraguay 3-0 in the final to lift a record 15th Copa América trophy.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | Won Olympic Gold at the Paris Games, establishing themselves as a global power. | championship |
| 1930 | Hosts and wins the inaugural FIFA World Cup in Montevideo. | championship |
| 1950 | Achieved the 'Maracanazo', defeating hosts Brazil in the World Cup final match. | championship |
| 1987 | Won the Copa América in Argentina, demonstrating success in modern tournament format. | championship |
| 2010 | Reached the World Cup semi-finals for the first time in 40 years, finishing fourth. | notable performance |
| 2011 | Won a record-extending 15th Copa América title in Argentina. | championship |
Uruguayan fan culture, though smaller in number, is fierce and proud, reflecting the country's huge footballing legacy (the 'Garra Charrúa' or 'Charrúa Claw' spirit). They use 'bombos' (large drums) and fireworks to create an intense atmosphere.
"Soy Celeste"
La Banda del Parque, La Gloriosa
Intense and highly competitive, fueled by national pride due to their overperformance for a small country. The energy is a mixture of passion and historical reverence.
Uruguay is the smallest country (by population) ever to win the FIFA World Cup.
They are two-time World Champions (1930, 1950) and two-time Olympic Champions (1924, 1928), and consider the latter equal to World Cups.
The Estadio Centenario, built for the 1930 World Cup, is a National Historic Monument of Football.
Uruguay's group-stage host cities are Atlanta, Houston. Use the city guides to compare stadium access, lodging areas, and matchday routes.
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