Suarez Open to Uruguay Return for World Cup
The 39-year-old said he would return if Uruguay needs him, after scoring 69 goals in 143 appearances before retiring in 2024.
- Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has left the door open for an international return, saying he would reverse his September 2024 retirement if needed for the 2026 World Cup after over 19 months away.
- The 39-year-old retired from international football in September 2024 as Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals in 143 appearances, stepping aside to make way for younger players.
- Currently playing for MLS side Inter Miami, Suarez said, "You realise you still have a little bit of life left in you," demonstrating his retained competitive drive despite his age.
- His farewell was marked by controversy after he criticized coach Marcelo Bielsa's management style, though Suarez confirmed he has already apologized for those remarks to those involved.
- With the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico beginning June 11, Suarez told reporters he would never say no to the national team if they need him.
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Inter Miami striker Luis Suarez has confirmed that he is ready to come out of international retirement and represent Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup. The 39-year-old, who ended his career as a Uruguayan, has scored 44 goals and provided 30 assists in 95 games for Miami. However, after a good run of form and the 2026 World Cup approaching, Suarez has taken a step back, saying that he would not be able to turn down the national team if the invitatio…
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Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has left the door open for an international return, saying he would reverse his retirement if he is needed for this year’s World Cup, potentially returning to the national side after over a 19-month absence.
Luis Suarez open to Uruguay return for World Cup
Uruguay striker Luis Suarez has left the door open for an international return, saying he would reverse his retirement if he is needed for this year’s World Cup, potentially returning to the national side after over a 19-month absence.The 39-year-old retired from international football in September 2024 as Uruguay’s all-time leading scorer with 69 goals in 143 appearances.Suarez’s farewell was marked by controversy after he criticised coach …
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