🇺🇾 Uruguay World Cup 2026 Squad
Official Player List
🖋️ Tamas | ⏱️ 5 min read | 📅 June 04, 2026 | 🏷️ Sports
Uruguay enters the historic 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup poised to showcase their legendary "garra charrúa" grit alongside the relentless tactical intensity that defines their modern era. Iconic head coach Marcelo Bielsa has locked in his final tactical blueprint, engineering a high-octane pressing machine that masterfully blends seasoned international experience with the raw energy of world-class young talents.
The absolute marquee star anchoring this generation is Real Madrid's phenomenal midfield dynamic engine, Federico Valverde. Much to the delight of the passionate fans, Liverpool's explosive and clinical striker Darwin Núñez is set to spearhead the offensive line. Top-tier stability is well guaranteed by prominent figures, such as Paris Saint-Germain's commanding midfielder Manuel Ugarte, alongside Barcelona's elite and versatile defender Ronald Araújo. Uruguay is firmly targeting a dominant, trophy-bound run starting from Group H!
📋 Official Squad List
GROUP H – URUGUAY Manager: Marcelo Bielsa Roster announcement date: May 31, 2026 (Final Roster)
Handling the lineup:
🧤 Goalkeepers
Santiago Mele (Monterrey)
Fernando Muslera (Estudiantes)
Sergio Rochet (Internacional)
🛡️ Defenders
Ronald Araújo (Barcelona)
José María Giménez (Atlético de Madrid)
Santiago Bueno (Wolverhampton Wanderers)
Sebastián Cáceres (Club América)
Mathías Olivera (Napoli)
Joaquín Piquerez (Palmeiras)
Matías Viña (River Plate)
Guillermo Varela (Flamengo)
⚙️ Midfielders
Manuel Ugarte (Manchester United)
Emiliano Martínez (Palmeiras)
Rodrigo Bentancur (Tottenham Hotspur)
Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
Agustín Canobbio (Fluminense)
Juan Manuel Sanabria (Real Salt Lake)
Giorgian de Arrascaeta (F
Nicolás de la Cruz (Flamengo)
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