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2022 in Uruguay

Explore 8 historical events and records for Uruguay in 2022.

Historical records for Uruguay in 2022

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Benfica 2022 Leading Scorer

NĂșñez, Darwin · Lisbon · Forward · Sport / Football

Wins the Portuguese league scoring title after a prolific 2021-22 season for Benfica, attracting interest from leading European clubs.

Benfica Striker Liverpool Move

NĂșñez, Darwin · Liverpool · Forward · Sport / Football

Darwin NĂșñez joined Liverpool from Benfica in 2022, bringing acceleration and direct penalty-area running to JĂŒrgen Klopp's attacking group.

Injured Defender Selected for Qatar

AraĂșjo, Ronald · Qatar · Defender · Sport / Football

AraĂșjo travels with Uruguay's World Cup squad while recovering from an injury but does not play as the team exits after three group matches.

Olivera Adds Depth at Left Back

Olivera, Mathías · Naples · Defender · Sport / Football

MathĂ­as Olivera joined Napoli from Getafe and combined defensive security with overlapping runs in the title-winning squad.

Qatar World Cup Right Wing Breakthrough

Pellistri, Facundo · Qatar · Winger · Sport / Football

Pellistri starts Uruguay's opening World Cup match against South Korea, offering speed and direct running along the right side.

Two Goals Against Ghana in Qatar

de Arrascaeta, Giorgian · Al Wakrah · Midfielder · Sport / Football

De Arrascaeta scores twice in the first half against Ghana, securing Uruguay's 2-0 victory even though other results prevent progression.

World Cup Midfield Leadership

Valverde, Federico · Qatar · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Valverde starts Uruguay's three group games in Qatar, providing energetic passing and long-range shooting despite the team's first-round exit.

World Cup Starting Goalkeeper

Rochet, Sergio · Qatar · Goalkeeper · Sport / Football

Rochet keeps goal for Uruguay throughout the 2022 World Cup group stage, registering clean sheets against South Korea and Ghana.

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