Uruguay were back. Missing from the previous edition, they had last graced the World Cup in 1954. Under Juan Carlos Corazzo, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 3 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 11 | -6 | 1 |
Uruguay found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage.
Uruguay endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a hard-fought 2-1 win against Colombia, a 1-3 defeat against Yugoslavia, and a narrow 1-2 loss to Soviet Union. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Uruguay's campaign ended at the the opening round.
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Conceded 6 in 3 matches eliminated in the group stage.
José Sasía led Uruguay's attack with 2 goals at the 1962 World Cup.
The tactical mind behind Uruguay's 1962 campaign. Leading Uruguay at his first World Cup 1 win, 2 losses under Corazzo.
Despite a strong squad of 22 players, Uruguay struggled against top-ranked teams. The team employed an attacking style, but their efforts were hindered by key losses to Yugoslavia and the Soviet Union.
