Overview
- FIFA informed the Uruguayan Football Association that only two stars may appear above the crest at the 2026 World Cup, and the kit supplier must modify the design.
- The stars will represent Uruguay’s FIFA World Cup wins in 1930 and 1950, excluding the Olympic golds from 1924 and 1928.
- The AUF appealed the decision in September, but FIFA maintained its stance and denied recognition of pre‑1930 titles for star purposes.
- Uruguay has traditionally worn four stars by treating its Olympic triumphs as world titles, making the change symbolically significant for supporters.
- Public comments by Luis Suárez reviving the topic and a post by journalist Víctor Hugo Morales helped draw attention to FIFA’s position.