How Uruguay, a nation of three million, punches so far above its weight in football

May 20, 2021, 10:57 PM

In each episode of The South America Files, we'll be exploring how the game has developed in the different countries of the continent; the clubs, the players, the joys and despairs. Guided by South American football expert Dr Pete Watson, this time, we're off to Uruguay - winners of the first World Cup and unbeaten in the competition for more than 20 years. How have they remained a powerhouse despite their modest size?