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·28 June 2026

Marcelo Bielsa loses cool after Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup exit, snaps at interpreter

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Marcelo Bielsa lost his cool in a pitchside flash interview after Uruguay’s 2026 World Cup defeat to Spain, a result that ended their campaign in the group stage.

According to Superdeporte, the Argentinian coach, visibly affected by the exit, ran out of patience during questioning and told the translator to hurry up.

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The exchange was quickly clipped and shared widely on social media.

It underlined the deflated mood of a Uruguay side that had travelled with high expectations under Bielsa.

The Rosario-born manager, renowned for intensity and exacting standards, showed a rare public display of frustration and nerves at full time.

Source: Superdeporte

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