Diego Forlán to succeed Marcelo Bielsa as Uruguay manager on temporary basis

Former Uruguay striker Diego Forlán will take over as temporary manager after Marcelo Bielsa departed following a group-stage exit at the 2026 World Cup.

• Bielsa left his role after Uruguay were eliminated in the World Cup group stage.
• Uruguayan Football Federation president Ignacio Alonso said Forlán is enthusiastic and an agreement is expected within hours.
• Forlán will lead the senior team until March 2027 and also manage the under-20 squad.
• Forlán has previously coached Uruguayan sides Peñarol and Atenas.