Marcelo Bielsa Makes Captaincy Decision for Uruguay Friendly
Marcelo Bielsa has made a decision on his captain for Uruguay's friendly against Uzbekistan, involving Celtic's Marcelo Saracchi.
Saracchi was called up to the Uruguay squad for the first time since March 2025 and was named captain for the game against the Dominican Republic.
Although Saracchi was included in the starting lineup against Uzbekistan, he will not lead the team, with Santiago Bueno of Wolverhampton Wanderers taking the armband.
Esta es la oncena de Marcelo Bielsa para enfrentar a Uzbekistán en Malasia
Author's summary: Bielsa decides on Uruguay captain.
- Marcelo Saracchi was named in the lineup for the second game running.
- Saracchi's senior international appearances will increase to 10.
- Santiago Bueno will lead the team as captain.