Uruguay names Diego Forlán as coach
Uruguay's Football Association has appointed Diego Forlán as the new head coach of the national team, succeeding the previous coach Marcelo Bielsa, who terminated his contract after the team's exit from the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. Forlán will lead the senior national team as well as the under-20 squad, focusing on friendly matches in September, October, and March in preparation for the 2027 Copa América. Forlán boasts an impressive record as a top scorer and Best Player at the 2010 World Cup, and is considered one of Uruguay's most prominent players. However, his coaching experience is limited, having managed briefly at Peñarol since 2020.
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