As two-time champions, Uruguay returned to the World Cup in 1974 looking to add another star. Under Roberto Porta, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 7 |
| 2 |
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3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 3 |
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3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 | -3 | 2 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 1 |
Uruguay's campaign never truly ignited, and a group stage exit brought an early end to their World Cup hopes. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 1 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Uruguay endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a 0-2 defeat against Netherlands, a 1-1 draw with Bulgaria, and a heavy 0-3 defeat to Sweden. Uruguay's tournament ended at the first round, a campaign that never truly got going.
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Winless throughout failed to score in 2 of 3 matches.
Ricardo Pavoni led Uruguay's attack with 1 goal at the 1974 World Cup.
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Castillo sent off vs Netherlands 4 cards in a single match vs Netherlands.
The tactical mind behind Uruguay's 1974 campaign. Winless under Porta leading Uruguay at his first World Cup.
Uruguay employed a 4-2-3-1 formation, but struggled against stronger opponents like Netherlands and Sweden. The team relied on the attacking prowess of Ricardo Pavoni for scoring opportunities.
