Uruguayan football legend Diego Forlán has been appointed as the interim coach of the Uruguayan National Team, succeeding Marcelo Bielsa following the team’s performance at the 2026 World Cup. In this temporary capacity, Forlán will also maintain his responsibilities with the Uruguayan U20 National Team. His tenure will see him guiding the senior squad through the upcoming autumn friendlies until the Uruguayan Football Association names a permanent coach by the close of this year or the beginning of 2027.
This coaching transition comes after the national team was eliminated from the World Cup tournament. Uruguay finished third in Group H, securing only two points in a group that also featured Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia. The recent World Cup exit marks a significant setback for the program, as it represents the second time Bielsa has failed to advance past the group stage in his three World Cup appearances.
This follows a similar group-stage exit experienced previously while managing the national side. The appointment of Diego Forlán as the interim coach signals a period of transition and rebuilding for the Uruguayan squad. While the federation works to secure long-term leadership, Forlán will take charge of the coaching duties, aiming to stabilize the team’s structure and prepare it for future international commitments.
His involvement across both the senior and youth levels underscores the importance of maintaining continuity within the Uruguayan football setup.
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