The Uruguayan national team is getting closer to breaking a World Cup record!

15.06.26 FT World Cup

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Uruguay came within touching distance of a World Cup record during their group match against Saudi Arabia, unleashing a relentless barrage of 22 shots in the second half alone.

According to Opta, that marks the highest number of attempts by a team in a single half since 1978. The only figure that surpasses it is East Germany’s 24 shots against Chile in 1974 — a record that remains just out of reach.

In other World Cup news, Brazil’s star attacker will miss the team’s second match of the tournament. Neymar continues his recovery and remains focused on physical training, with his rehabilitation on schedule.

The 34‑year‑old is yet to feature at the tournament, and Brazil are managing his return cautiously to ensure he is available for the crucial stages. For Uruguay, the near‑record onslaught will be little consolation if they fail to convert dominance into goals. For Brazil, patience with their star man may define their path forward.

Hazem Mlhem |

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Hazem Mlhem est un rédacteur sportif expérimenté, animé par une passion pour le football africain.

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