Uruguay faces travel delays ahead of World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:08 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Uruguay's travel plans for their World Cup match against Saudi Arabia have faced significant disruptions due to delays caused by plane paperwork issues. The team was scheduled to fly from Cancún to Fort Lauderdale early Sunday afternoon, but their initial flight was canceled. A second flight is currently delayed. Coach Marcelo Bielsa remains composed despite the challenges, while player Giménez described the situation as 'difficult.' The delays come just ahead of their anticipated opening game.
- •Uruguay's flight from Cancún canceled due to paperwork issues.
- •Second flight is delayed as they head to Fort Lauderdale.
- •Team's opening World Cup match against Saudi Arabia is approaching.
- •Coach Marcelo Bielsa remains unruffled despite the situation.
- •Player Giménez describes the circumstances as 'difficult.'
- 3:08 AMThe Guardian Sport — Uruguay delayed by plane paperwork as World Cup travel challenges continue
"Bielsa unruffled but Giménez says situation was ‘difficult’ Initial flight from Mexico cancelled and second delayed Uruguay’s preparations for their opening World Cup game against Saudi Arabia were severely disrupted after their flight from Mexico was hit by multiple delays. Marcelo Bielsa’s squad had been due to fly from Cancún to Fort Lauderdale early on Sunday afternoon, but paperwork issues relating to the plane led to their initial flight being cancelled. Continue reading...
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