Uruguay announce Diego Forlan as new coach
Uruguay has appointed legendary former striker Diego Forlan as interim head coach of the national team following Marcelo Bielsa’s resignation after La Celeste’s disappointing group-stage exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alongside his role with the senior national team, Forlan will continue as head coach of Uruguay’s Under-20 side, which is preparing for the 2027 South American U-20 Championship, a key competition for the country’s emerging talents.
Uruguay icon returns to lead national team Forlan’s appointment carries significant symbolic value for Uruguayan football.
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