The Uruguayan team will face a new World Cup. Marcelo Bielsa will be their leader from the bench. The Argentine strategist will direct the third World Cup in his career. But “Loco” is already clear about his future: he will leave the “Charrúas” after the World Cup.

"It seemed to me that it was accurate to describe how we did our work that culminates with the World Cup. That it is a miracle for the sporting life of any professional to be able to participate in a World Cup," said the Argentine strategist.

The South American team was paired in Group H of the 2026 World Cup. The “Charrúas” will face Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia. It will not be an easy start for Marcelo Bielsa in his “Last Dance”.

“Loco” started with the Uruguayan national team in May 2023. Marcelo Bielsa has been able to direct 33 games in charge of the “Charrúa” team. Marcelo Bielsa maintains a balance of 16 wins, 10 draws and 7 losses.

A new World Cup for Marcelo Bielsa

The respected Argentine coach expressed his gratitude to the Uruguayan Football Association for trusting him in this process. The “Charrúa” team will give Bielsa the opportunity to direct his third World Cup.

“I am particularly going to thank Uruguay all my life for allowing me to enjoy a competition like that,” said the Argentine strategist.

Marcelo Bielsa led Argentina in the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup. The Albiceleste could not pass the group stage. In the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, Bielsa led the Chilean team. The “Roja” reached the round of 16. The World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada will be their third opportunity to continue advancing in the tournament.