URUGUAY NATIONAL FOOTBALL TEAM

The Uruguay national football team (Spanish: Selección de fútbol de Uruguay) represents Uruguay in men’s international football and is governed by the Uruguayan Football Association (AUF; Asociación Uruguaya de Fútbol). Uruguay is a member of CONMEBOL and FIFA, competing in both South American and global tournaments.

Nicknamed La Celeste (“The Sky Blue”), after their iconic sky-blue jerseys, the team plays its home matches primarily at the Estadio Centenario in Montevideo. Uruguay is known for its tactical intelligence, technical skill, and a tenacious style of play often referred to as garra charrúa, symbolizing determination and fighting spirit.

Uruguay has a historic legacy in football, having won the FIFA World Cup twice (1930 and 1950) and the Copa América 15 times, the most recent victory in 2011. They are widely recognized as one of the most successful national teams in football history, both in South America and globally.

The national team continues to develop talent through domestic leagues and youth academies, producing world-class players who excel both locally and internationally. Uruguayan football is characterized by resilience, skill, and a deep-rooted football culture, making La Celeste a respected and competitive team on every stage.