Marcelo Bielsa has made the striking decision to leave Luis Suárez out of Uruguay's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing an end to the veteran forward's international career under the current coaching setup.

The omission marks a significant moment for Uruguayan football, as Suárez has long been one of the country's most celebrated and prolific players on the international stage.

Bielsa, who has steered Uruguay through their World Cup qualifying campaign, opted not to include the experienced striker in his final selection, signalling a clear shift toward a new generation of players for the tournament.