Uruguay began its journey in the 2026 World Cup, this Monday (15), in the United States, drawing 1-1 with the Saudi Arabian team in Miami. After the game, coach Marcelo Bielsa held a press conference and addressed topics other than performance on the field.
Celeste’s commander since 2023, Marcelo Bielsa, faced an unusual question about his expression in the official photos released by FIFA for the World Cup, where he appears looking down. The images with the coach’s posture quickly went viral on several digital platforms.
In response, Bielsa expressed irritation, declaring that he saw no need to justify his stance. “I’m not a model”, he stated, pointing out that he was facing the photographers and that the resulting image did not require a detailed justification. The technician also questioned the relevance of the question, arguing that he did not have an answer for something so trivial.
Recognized for his intense and direct approach, which goes beyond his acclaimed football career, Bielsa resumed the discussion about his attitude in photos at another moment during the press conference. This type of attitude, which avoids the superficial and focuses on the essentials of the work, is a trademark of “El Loco”, in line with its philosophy of not deviating from what really matters for the team’s performance.
The Uruguayan coach emphasized that there is a limit to what should be explained publicly, questioning the need to detail gestures such as wearing glasses, directing the gaze or tilting the head. Bielsa reinforced that certain situations do not require justification, and that there is no obligation to behave like a public figure seeking approval or following unrealistic aesthetic standards.
Check out the next matches of the Uruguay team:
- They will face Cape Verde on June 21, at 1pm (Brasília time), in the World Cup, broadcast live on CazéTV and Disney+.
- They face Spain on June 26, at 9pm (Brasília time), in another World Cup clash, also covered by CazéTV and available on Disney+.