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Luis Suarez was in especially argumentative mood in Rio last night

Wound-up Suarez provokes hilarity with bizarre appeals

Luis Suarez's furious will to win manifested itself in memorable fashion during Uruguay's 1-0 victory over Chile in the Copa America clash in Rio de Janeiro last night.

Soccer • 25 Jun 19

Uruguay held by Japan in Copa America

Uruguay fought back twice but were held to a 2-2 draw against Japan ahead of their final group game in the Copa America.

Soccer • 21 Jun 19

Fernando Muslera won't want to see the highlights of his side's quarter-final defeat

Godin defends Uruguay goalkeeper after howler

Uruguay captain Diego Godin praised his team mates as "lions" after reaching the World Cup quarter-finals but falling 2-0 to France, and said goalkeeper Fernando Muslera's error for the second goal should be forgiven.

World Cup 2018 • 06 Jul 18

Fernando Muslera realises that the game is probably gone following his mistake for the France second goal

World Cup 2018: Uruguay 0-2 France recap

France cruised into the semi-finals of the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over a Uruguayan side who never really got going. See how it all unfolded here.

World Cup 2018 • 06 Jul 18

Paul Pogba celebrates France's victory over Argentina

Lloris: 'True leader' Pogba ready to deliver for France

Paul Pogba is a "true leader" whose ability will be recognised at this World Cup, according to France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.

World Cup 2018 • 05 Jul 18

Edinson Cavani looks more likely to be back for France

Uruguay boosted by Cavani injury news

Uruguay striker Edinson Cavani has a painful calf swelling but not a muscle tear, the country's football federation said, increasing his chances of being fit for Friday's World Cup quarter-final with France.

World Cup 2018 • 02 Jul 18

Edinson Cavani's brace has sent Uruguay through to the World Cup quarter-finals.

Cavani on the double as Uruguay sink Ronaldo's Portugal

Edinson Cavani sent Uruguay into a World Cup quarter-final against France with two goals of the highest order eliminating Portugal.

World Cup 2018 • 30 Jun 18

"We're European champions and we've already shown many times what quality we have"

Portugal ready for a battle against Uruguay

European Champions Portugal are preparing for their last 16 encounter with Uruguay as if it were a final, but the Portuguese are not worried about their opponents' robust style and strength in the air, full-back Cedric Soares said.

World Cup 2018 • 27 Jun 18

Uruguay cruised into the round of 16 with a 100% record

Uruguay boss demands more despite 100% record

Oscar Tabarez warned his Uruguay side they need to improve despite securing top spot in Group A with a thumping 3-0 win over Russia.

World Cup 2018 • 25 Jun 18

Uruguay stroll to victory over 10-man Russia

Uruguay comfortably beat World Cup hosts Russia 3-0 to seal top spot in Group A courtesy of a Luis Suarez free kick, a Denis Cheryshev own goal and a late Edinson Cavani strike.

World Cup 2018 • 25 Jun 18

World Cup 2018: Uruguay 3-0 Russia recap

Uruguay claimed top-spot in Group A with a straight-forward 3-0 victory over Russia which was aided by a red card for the World Cup hosts. See how it all unfolded here.

World Cup 2018 • 25 Jun 18

Uruguay have yet to impress but already have six points

No apologies from Uruguay after two tedious wins

Uruguay have still not delivered a top performance at the World Cup despite winning both of their games but their players were in no mood for apologies about their soporific 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Group A which saw them into the last 16.

World Cup 2018 • 21 Jun 18

Uruguay limp to dour victory over Saudi Arabia

Luis Suarez marked his 100th international cap by sending Uruguay into the last 16 of the World Cup as the striker benefited from some poor goalkeeping to eliminate Saudi Arabia with a 1-0 win.

World Cup 2018 • 20 Jun 18

Mohamed Salah looks set to start against Russia

Salah to make World Cup bow against Russia

Mohamed Salah is set to make his World Cup debut for Egypt against Russia in their Group A game on Tuesday.

World Cup 2018 • 17 Jun 18

Mohamed Salah didn't make it off the bench against Uruguay

Cuper: Mo Salah should be fine to face Russia

Egypt manager Hector Cuper expects talisman Mohamed Salah to be fit for their second World Cup match against Russia on Tuesday.

World Cup 2018 • 15 Jun 18

Empty seats are seen in the stands at Ekaterinburg Arena

FIFA to probe empty seats at World Cup clash

FIFA is investigating after thousands of seats were left unfilled for Uruguay's World Cup match against Egypt in Ekaterinburg.

World Cup 2018 • 15 Jun 18

Uruguay strike late to scrape past Egypt

Jose Gimenez thumped home a powerful 89th-minute header to give Uruguay a dramatic victory over heartbroken Egypt in a World Cup Group A game that had looked likely to be a low-key goalless draw.

World Cup 2018 • 15 Jun 18

Mohamed Abdelshafy of Egypt tackles Nahitan Nandez of Uruguay

World Cup 2018: Egypt v Uruguay recap

An out of sorts Uruguay left it until the last couple of minutes to score against Egypt and nick all three points in their opening game. See how it all unfolded here.

Soccer • 15 Jun 18

Shades of Tim Sherwood from Stanislav Cherchesov

Russian coach gets Putin's seal of approval

Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov took a phone call during his post-match press conference and then told reporters it had been Vladimir Putin telling him to thank his players for their 5-0 demolition of Saudi Arabia.

Soccer • 14 Jun 18

Saudi boss feels the shame in heavy defeat

Saudi Arabia coach Juan Antonio Pizzi described a "feeling of shame" after his side suffered a 5-0 hammering at the hands of hosts Russia in the World Cup's opening game at the Luzhniki Stadium.

Soccer • 14 Jun 18

Mohamed Salah is fit again and ready to face Uruguay

Uruguay unhappy with suggestions they will target Salah

Uruguay captain Diego Godin bristled at the suggestion that his team might resort to a physical approach to neutralise Egypt forward Mohamed Salah on his return from a shoulder injury in their World Cup opener on Friday.

World Cup 2018 • 14 Jun 18

Mohamed Salah will start in Egypt's World Cup opener

Salah is '100 percent' to start against Uruguay

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah has recovered from a shoulder injury and will play in their World Cup opener against Uruguay, coach Hector Cuper has confirmed.

World Cup 2018 • 14 Jun 18

English fans making a point about prices at the last World Cup in Brazil

The long and costly journey to Russia

England fans can expect to rack up the air miles and take a major hit to their bank balances to follow their side at the World Cup, but spare a thought for the most ardent of Uruguay supporters, who must make the longest trip for their opener.

Soccer • 29 May 18

Tabarez watches training from a seat with a crutch by his side

World Cup 2018: Why you should follow Uruguay

Uruguay's manager isn't letting illness slow him down as he prepares to lead them into another major tournament.

Soccer • 11 Jun 18

Nolberto Solano is coaching the Peru team on the verge of a first World Cup finals since 1982

History beckons for Peru and Cape Verde Islands

The last nine teams heading for next summer's World Cup will be confirmed in the next eight days, here we examine the key qualifying matches as the Road to Russi enters the final stages.

Soccer • 09 Nov 17