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Uruguay federation reportedly cancels charter flight after World Cup elimination

The Uruguayan national football team was eliminated in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup without a win. Reports indicate the football federation canceled the squad's charter flight from Mexico back to Montevideo. Players are instead expected to return via commercial flights.

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New reports indicate the federation canceled the team's charter flight following their group-stage elimination.

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  1. Uruguay Federation Reportedly Cancels Team Charter After World Cup Exit

    The Uruguayan national football team was eliminated in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup without a win. Reports indicate the football federation canceled the squad's charter flight from Mexico back to Montevideo. Players are instead expected to return via commercial flights.

    What's confirmed:

    • Uruguay exited the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the group stage without a single win.
    • The team drew against Saudi Arabia and Cabo Verde and lost to Spain.
    • Marcelo Bielsa served as the coach during Uruguay's World Cup campaign.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The AUF decision to cancel the flight was reported by El Pais and TV network Tenfield.
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