Uruguay soccer legend Diego Forlan to replace Marcelo Biesla as interim coach
Forlán, 47, brings limited coaching experience and will lead Uruguay’s Under-20 team as it pursues FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification.
- On Sunday, Uruguayan Football Association president Ignacio Alonso confirmed Diego Forlán's appointment as Uruguay's interim head coach through March 2027. The 47-year-old will lead both the senior team and the Under-20 squad, replacing Marcelo Bielsa.
- Bielsa departed after a disappointing FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, prompting the federation to seek new leadership. Forlán enters with limited managerial experience, having previously coached Peñarol and Atenas in Uruguay's domestic divisions.
- Renowned for his playing legacy, the former Atletico Madrid forward earned 112 caps and scored 36 international goals for Uruguay. He won the Golden Ball at the 2010 FIFA World Cup and helped Uruguay win the 2011 Copa América.
- Forlán debuts on the senior bench during September's international window while simultaneously managing the Under-20 team. His tenure includes guiding the youth squad toward qualification for next year's FIFA U-20 World Cup through the South American Championship.
- Future results in friendly matches and upcoming Uruguayan Football Association elections will influence the duration of this interim role. Although enthusiastic about the opportunity, Forlán noted that a few minor details regarding the agreement remain to be finalized.
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Diego Forlán will once again wear the Uruguayan national team colors, although this time from the bench. The Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) decided to entrust him with the interim management of La Celeste after their elimination in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. This will happen while the permanent coach is chosen… Continue reading “After a dismal World Cup: Uruguay bets on a Celeste legend to replace Marcelo Bielsa” The post After…
Diego Forlan set to replace Marcelo Bielsa as Uruguay coach on interim basis
Former Manchester United attacker Diego Forlan is set to take over on a temporary basis as the new Uruguay boss after Marcelo Bielsa left the role following a sorry FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign.
Following Uruguay's failed World Cup race, the illustrious striker Diego Forlan is about to take over the reigns of the interim Celeste, following Marcelo Bielsa.
THE WORLD LIVES ON TVMAX After its bitter elimination in the group phase, the Celeste seeks to re-emerge through a man who led it on the courts.
Uruguay and Croatia, which failed to live up to expectations at the World Cup, have announced new coaches. Uruguay's legendary footballer Diego Forlan has been appointed as the coach of the team, while Croatia will be coached by Slaven Bilic.
The historical former footballer replaces Marcelo Bielsa and will lead the team until March 2027.
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