First Olympic Gold Captaincy
Nasazzi captains Uruguay to the Olympic football championship in Paris, leading an organised defence during a tournament that earns worldwide recognition.
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1924 in Uruguay
Explore 6 historical events and records for Uruguay in 1924.
Historical records for Uruguay in 1924
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Olympic Final Goal Against Switzerland
Petrone opens the scoring as Uruguay defeats Switzerland 3-0 in the Olympic football final, becoming a central figure in the nation's breakthrough in Europe.
Olympic Triumph in France
Scarone combines sharp movement with precise distribution as Uruguay wins the Olympic football tournament, strengthening its reputation as a leading international side.
Paris Gold Medal Clean Sheet
Mazali keeps goal in Uruguay's 3-0 Olympic final victory over Switzerland, completing a campaign that establishes him among South America's leading goalkeepers.
Paris Olympic Championship Contribution
Romano brings experienced attacking intelligence to Uruguay's gold-medal campaign, linking the forward line as the team overwhelms its European opponents.
Paris Olympic Midfield Brilliance
Andrade draws international attention for his poised passing and ball control as Uruguay wins Olympic gold in football at the Paris Games.
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