Óscar Tabárez sacked as Uruguay manager after 15 years 🇺🇾 | OneFootball

Uruguay men’s national team announced the departure of manager Óscar Tabárez late Friday evening after 15 years in charge.

The news comes after a spell of poor performances during the recent World Cup qualifiers including a 3-0 loss to 10-man Bolivia.

“We emphatically express that this decision does not imply ignoring the importance of Tabárez’s contribution to Uruguayan soccer,” read the statement.

“We salute and acknowledge the fundamental sporting achievements obtained in these 15 years, which placed Uruguay again in the top places in world football.

“We express our respect and appreciation for professionalism and dedication during the long process of work and the immeasurable legacy.

“The AUF Executive Committee has made this difficult decision by virtue of the present circumstances, committed to the near future and obtaining the results we all expect.”

Uruguay currently sit seventh in the table with four matches left to try and qualify for Qatar 2022.