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2026.06.13 00:38 GMT+8

How Uruguay, with 3 million people, became a football powerhouse

Updated 2026.06.13 00:46 GMT+8
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Uruguay won the very first FIFA World Cup in 1930, and nearly a century later, its passion for football is undiminished. With a population of fewer than four million people, this small South American nation consistently produces world-class players and competitive clubs. Joel Richards explores the culture, tradition, and infrastructure behind Uruguay's enduring success.

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