According to Sport1, after being eliminated from the FIFA World Cup group stage, Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa lost his temper. Bielsa yelled at the TV crew before the sideline interview because he felt they were setting up too slowly.

"Hurry up!" Bielsa roared and gestured. After the female reporter finally began asking questions, the 70-year-old coach responded briefly: "I failed to fully unleash the potential of the Uruguayan players."

2026 FIFA World Cup: Bielsa gives rare TV interview

When asked about captain Federico Valverde being substituted early and not acknowledging Bielsa as he left the field, the coach offered only a brief explanation. He said Vinícius Fuentes was brought on to increase attacking threat.

As for what he said to Fernando Muslera after substituting him: "Nothing!"

Bielsa was also merciless with himself

Later at the press conference, Bielsa was equally critical of himself. "Uruguayan journalists and fans have every right to blame me. I am responsible and must accept that."

His contract expires at the end of this tournament. Bielsa said: "My time will be remembered as a period that left nothing behind."

For "La Celeste", this FIFA World Cup was another disappointment. Like four years ago, the two-time FIFA World Cup winners were eliminated in the group stage once again.

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