Uruguayans are identified with the country through citizenship or descent. Almost 88% of population is European descent, mainly from Spain and Italy. Up to 2.4% have Mestizo ancestry, with 4% Amerindian heritage. Approximately 209,662 Africans live in Montevideo and surrounding areas
Born in 1999 to impoverished family in Uruguay. Joined Peñarol youth academy at age 14. Suffered cruciate ligament injury at 17, requiring two operations
Born on September 29, 1981, in Montevideo, Uruguay. Started as a junior producer at Sarandí 890 radio station at age 17. Joined Algo contigo newsmagazine program in 2012. Became famous in 2013 with Maybelline Model Uruguay reality show. Co-hosted radio show Arde la ciudad from 2016 to 2021
First international football match played in 1872 between Scotland and England. FIFA founded in 1904 with seven founding members. First intercontinental competition held in 1920, won by Belgium
Uruguayan tragicomedy directed by Rebella and Stoll in 2004. Won Un Certain Regard and FIPRESCI Awards at Cannes. Rebella's last film, released two years after his death
Morocco, Portugal and Spain's combined bid was approved as sole candidate. Six nations will qualify automatically from their respective confederations. FIFA Congress decision expected in Q4 2024