22 June 2026
Bielsa's Uruguay Left Frustrated as Cape Verde Hold On Again
Uruguay were held to a 2-2 draw by a resolute Cape Verde side, leaving coach Marcelo Bielsa furious at his team's disorganisation, according to The Guardian.
Marcelo Bielsa did not hold back after Uruguay were held to a 2-2 draw by Cape Verde, with the 70-year-old coach telling reporters his team was highly disorganised, according to The Guardian. Bielsa acknowledged that Uruguay were the better squad on paper, but insisted that had to be shown on the pitch.
The Guardian reports that Uruguay pushed hard for a winner in the closing stages, with Federico Valverde cracking a free-kick narrowly over the bar and other chances going begging. But Cape Verde, hemmed in for long spells, defended with extraordinary resilience and blocked a late effort to deny Uruguay the lead they so desperately wanted.
Bielsa also confirmed that Ronald Araújo will not return from injury in time for Uruguay's next match against Spain, a game the coach described as a gargantuan challenge. For Cape Verde, another point against one of South America's heavyweights is a remarkable achievement.
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