Uruguay eliminated from World Cup as Cape Verde qualifies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Uruguay has been eliminated in the group stage of the World Cup, with Cape Verde qualifying instead. This marks a significant upset, as it is the first time Cape Verde has advanced, while Uruguay's exit adds to Marcelo Bielsa's history of early losses in the tournament, reminiscent of Argentina's 2002 exit. Bielsa faced criticism for his decisions during the matches, including removing Fede Valverde prior to the hour mark. Following this disappointment, questions arise about Bielsa's future with the national team as he may have reached the end of his World Cup journey.
- •Uruguay eliminated from World Cup group stage
- •Cape Verde qualifies, marking a historic achievement
- •Marcelo Bielsa faces scrutiny over coaching decisions
- •Bielsa previously exited group stage with Argentina in 2002
- •Future implications for Bielsa's coaching career are uncertain
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — 😱No, not again... Bielsa goes out AGAIN in the first round
"Without a doubt, the biggest surprise of the World Cup is Uruguay’s elimination in the group stage and Cape Verde qualifying in their place.That said, it is not the first time Marcelo Bielsa has gon...
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