Uruguay name 46-man squad for Asian tour
Head coach Diego Forlan has selected a 46-player provisional squad for Uruguay's upcoming friendlies against Japan, South Korea, and India in September and
Uruguay head coach Diego Forlan has named a 46-player provisional squad for three friendly matches in Asia during the September-October 2026 FIFA international window. The former Manchester United star, now in charge of La Celeste, will take his team to face Japan on September 24, South Korea on September 28, and India on October 6.
The extensive list is packed with talent from Europe's top leagues and major South American clubs. It gives Forlan a wide pool of options as he prepares for his first matches in charge. The squad includes several high-profile names who are expected to form the core of the team for the upcoming fixtures.
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde and Liverpool defender Ronald Araujo headline the selections. Other notable inclusions from the Premier League are Tottenham Hotspur's Rodrigo Bentancur and Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Santiago Bueno. Their experience at the highest level of club football will be vital for Uruguay.
Key Players and New Faces
The provisional squad also features striker Darwin Nunez, who now plays for Al-Diriyah in Saudi Arabia. Bournemouth forward Alvaro Rodriguez, Galatasaray midfielder Lucas Torreira, and Getafe defender Sebastian Boselli have received call-ups. Veteran centre-back Jose Maria Gimenez of Deportivo La Coruna is also on the list.
Forlan's selection includes players based in diverse leagues across the globe. The squad draws from clubs in England, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States. This reflects the global footprint of Uruguayan football talent.
Full Provisional Squad List
The 46-man provisional squad, as named by the Uruguayan football association, is as follows:
Forlan's First Test
These matches represent Diego Forlan's first challenge as the national team's head coach. The three-game Asian tour against Japan, South Korea, and India will serve as an important evaluation period. Forlan will use the fixtures to assess his options before finalising his plans for future competitive matches.
The schedule for the tour is set. Uruguay will play Japan on September 24, 2026. They face South Korea four days later on September 28. The final match of the window is against India on October 6, 2026.
