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Heading to North America in 2026 — the journey begins here.
| Guide | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Opponent | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Guide | June 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Saudi Arabia | Miami | Hard Rock Stadium |
| City Guide | June 21, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Cape Verde | Miami | Hard Rock Stadium |
| City Guide |
| June 26, 2026 |
| 9:00 PM |
| Spain |
| Houston |
| NRG Stadium |
💡 Travel Tip: Click on any city above to view our comprehensive city guide with transit info, lodging recommendations, and local tips.
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.
Get the complete city guides for Uruguay's World Cup destinations — lodging, transit, food, and everything you need to know.
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