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Uruguay's World Cup Setback: Flight Delays and Paperwork Issues
Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup campaign has been hit by a significant logistical setback after multiple flight delays left Marcelo Bielsa’s squad temporarily stranded in Mexico. The La Celeste party suffered a cancellation and further hold-ups due to paperwork issues just 24 hours before their opening match against Saudi Arabia.
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Uruguay hit with multiple flight delays over paperwork issues on eve of first 2026 World Cup game vs Saudi Arabia
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Uruguay's Struggles in Transit
The Uruguayan national team, gearing up for their crucial clash against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup, faced a string of setbacks as flight delays wreaked havoc on their travel plans. Initially stranded in Mexico due to unforeseen circumstances, Marcelo Bielsa and his squad found themselves in a race against time to resolve the bureaucratic hurdles that stood in their way.
