As two-time champions, Uruguay returned to the World Cup in 2014 looking to add another star. Under Óscar Tabárez, they were ready to write the next chapter.
Uruguay's tournament was a mixed affair, with promising moments offset by results that ultimately cut their journey short.
Uruguay showed enough quality to navigate a challenging group stage, though not without the occasional stumble. In the knockout rounds, they fell to Colombia in the Round of 16. Colombia proved to be a step too far, and Uruguay's campaign came to a decisive end in the the last 16.
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Luis Suárez led Uruguay's attack with 2 goals at the 2014 World Cup.
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Pereira sent off vs Costa Rica Lugano booked twice.
The tactical mind behind Uruguay's 2014 campaign. In charge for 3 consecutive World Cups 15 World Cup matches managed in total.
Uruguay employed a defensive-minded approach, relying on their experienced backline to nullify opponents. This strategy proved effective at times but ultimately led to limited attacking opportunities.
