Diego Forlán succeeds Marcelo Bielsa as Uruguay manager on temporary basis

Bielsa departed after acrimonious World Cup exit

Former United striker takes charge until March 2027

The former Manchester United striker Diego Forlán is poised to take over on a temporary basis as the new Uruguay manager after Marcelo Bielsa left the role following a sorry World Cup campaign.

La Celeste were knocked out at the tournament’s group stage after two draws from their three games, before Bielsa took the blame for the disappointing results and performances amid reported tensions in the dressing room.

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