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 visual weight no other shirt has. The Valverde name shirt is going to be huge — he is one of the underrated stars of this tournament.
Buy and read more
Shop the kit on the Uruguay buy page. Tomorrow: Portugal. Full countdown.