Loco Abreu said that Uruguay is the second largest team in the world
In a network dynamic, Abreu made his opinion clear about the historical importance of Uruguay in football
A few days before the start of the 2026 World Cup, a statement from Sebastián “Loco” Abreu revived the debate about which are the most important teams in the history of football. The former Uruguayan forward, identified for years with the celestial team and with an extensive international career, assured that Uruguay ranks second among the greatest teams of all time.
The statement arose during a dynamic carried out with the Uruguayan content creator Guille Fútbol. The game consisted of mentioning different national teams while Abreu remained silent until he heard the name of a team that he considered superior to Uruguay.
The list included several of the most recognized powers in world football. Chile, Mexico, Paraguay, Colombia, Netherlands, England, Belgium, Portugal, Croatia, Spain, France, Argentina, Italy and Germany appeared one after another without provoking any reaction from the former soccer player.
The silence remained intact until Brazil appeared.
When asked if he considered the Brazilian team superior to Uruguay, Abreu responded affirmatively. Later, when he was asked where he placed the Celeste in the history of football, he was categorical: “Second.”
A debate that reignited the networks
The video fragment quickly spread on digital platforms and generated thousands of comments among fans from different countries. Part of the reactions highlighted the confidence with which the former goalscorer defended Uruguay's historical position, while other users focused the discussion on the decision to place only Brazil above and not teams such as Argentina, Germany or France.
In a recent interview with Bolavip, Abreu explained that he especially enjoys the victories against the Albiceleste due to the historical closeness between both teams in the dispute for important titles.
"We are there, we are even. You don't want them to come unstuck," Abreu said. The former forward also added: "There is always the charge, the chicaneada and the joke. That rivalry is generated. I particularly want to beat Argentina more than Brazil."
La Celeste prepares for the World Cup
The statements come while Uruguay is finalizing details for its participation in the 2026 World Cup under the leadership of Marcelo Bielsa. The South American team will be part of Group H, where they will face Spain, Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde. Its premiere is scheduled for June 15 in Miami against the Saudi team.
Subsequently, La Celeste will play again in Miami on June 21 against Cape Verde and will conclude the group stage on June 26 against Spain in Guadalajara.
Among the possible scenarios for the knockout phase is the option of a confrontation with Argentina in the round of 32, a match that would add a new chapter to a rivalry that, according to Abreu, continues to have a special weight for Uruguayan football.