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Published 26 May 2026 Footy Kits Battle Editorial1 min read

Kit of the Day #16: Uruguay — La Celeste Sky Blue Forever

Uruguay under Bielsa play like a band of pirates. The sky blue Nike kit is timeless. Federico Valverde might be the best midfielder in the tournament. Day 16 of Kit of the Day.

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Bielsa-ball at the World Cup is going to be appointment viewing

Uruguay reached the Copa America semi-final under Marcelo Bielsa in 2024 playing some of the most aggressive football of any international side. They sit in Group H with Spain, Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia — group of doable.

The design

Sky-blue classic Nike shirt with black detailing and timeless South American style. Four stars sitting above the crest — commemorating their two World Cups and two Olympic golds Uruguay still claim as world titles. Paired with black shorts. Clean, iconic, photographs beautifully.

Who to watch

Federico Valverde quietly one of the best midfielders on the planet. Darwin Nunez the chaos-inducer up top. Ronald Araujo elite at the back. Add Manuel Ugarte and Maxi Araujo and you have a squad with European-elite quality at every level.

Why you should care

Uruguay sky blue is one of the most recognisable kit colours in football history. The four stars give it unusual visual weight. A Valverde name set connects the shirt to one of the team's defining current players, without promising demand or future value.

Buy and read more

Shop the kit on the Uruguay buy page. Tomorrow: Portugal. Full countdown.

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