GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Uruguay goalkeeper Fernando Muslera called for a substitution at halftime against Spain. world cup Manager Marcelo Bielsa said after making the mistake that led to the goal on Friday night.
In the second half, when Uruguay were leading 1-0 and on the verge of elimination, Sergio Roche came on as a substitute. The result is decided.
Coach Bielsa said of Muslera, “He was the one who made the decision to leave,” and Muslera also made mistakes within the team. 2-2 draw against Cape Verde The opening game was a 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia.
Muslera could not be dispelled. Alex Baena shot From inside the area in the 42nd minute. He seemed fooled by the bounce and was unable to get to the ball with a steady enough hand to deflect the shot completely off the net.
The 40-year-old Muslera, who retired from international competition several years ago, returned to Bielsa’s team earlier this year, a decision that was criticized by many Uruguayan fans.
Bielsa said: “My decision was very well thought out. I did all the evaluations that I thought were necessary.” “Of course I can’t deny what happened and I can’t judge his performance. But he’s a goalkeeper who was having a very good year and he’s a player with great character and personality.”
In Sunday’s match against Cape Verde, Muslera was caught out of position after a bad pass by Matias Olivera, leading to an empty net goal. And against Saudi Arabia, he was unable to secure the ball after a header and Saudi Arabia scored from the rebound.
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Associated Press writer Maria Verza contributed to this report.
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