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Uruguay won the first two World Cups they entered but it has been lean pickings for the side since then.
Hosts of the very first tournament in 1930, they hold a very special place in World Cup history and their presence in South Africa adds prestige to the tournament.
They had to win their berth via a play-off with Costa Rica however and in the end they sealed their spot in less than convincing fashion.
Coach: Oscar Tabarez
Nickname: Charrúas
Honours: 1930, 1950 World Cup champions; 1916, 1917, 1920, 1923, 1924, 1926, 1935, 1942, 1956, 1659, 1967, 1983, 1987, 1995 Copa America champions
Previous World Cup appearances: 10 (1930, 1950, 1954, 1962, 1966, 1970, 1974, 1986, 1990, 2002)
Best World Cup finish: Winners (1930, 1950)
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