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Uruguay federation cancels charter flight after World Cup elimination

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:24 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Uruguay federation cancels charter flight after World Cup elimination

Summary

Uruguay's national soccer team will travel home on commercial flights following their elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The decision comes after the team ended their tournament without a victory, having drawn two matches and lost to Spain 1-0 on June 26. Manager Marcelo Bielsa expressed frustration over the team's performance and acknowledged that he leaves without any significant achievements. Uruguay will now search for a new manager in anticipation of their role as hosts for the 2030 World Cup.

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What We Know

•Uruguay failed to win any matches at the 2026 World Cup.
•They drew with Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde before losing to Spain.
•Marcelo Bielsa will not return as manager following the elimination.
•Players will return to Uruguay on separate commercial flights.

Latest Updates

11:10 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight home, has players fly commercial after elimination
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8:24 PMYahoo Sports — Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight after World Cup elimination

What they're saying

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The disappointment has continued for the Uruguay players following their dismal exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. The two-time winners were eliminated from the group stage with only two points after losing to Spain in Guadalajara.
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After Marcelo Bielsa's squad failed to win a match at the 2026 World Cup, the team will fly home on separate commercial flights rather than on a team charter.
— Yahoo Sports