Suarez had long planned Nacional return, yet homecoming is still surreal
"I'd like to go back to Nacional one day." Luis Suarez always spoke of returning to his boyhood club, so why is it so hard to believe he's done it?
Luis Suarez given wild reception by Nacional fans (0:30)
Abreu, 44, retires after Guinness record 31 clubs
Former Uruguay international striker Sebastian "El Loco" Abreu, who played for the most clubs in football history, has retired at the age of 44.
Keeper's 'Haaland celebration' costs team win
A goalkeeper in Uruguay was sent off for winding up his opponents -- only for them to score twice in stoppage time and earn a draw.
Ex-Man Utd forward Forlan nets first manager role
Former Manchester United forward Diego Forlan has been named manager of Uruguayan side Club Atletico Penarol, marking his first coaching role.
Fan shot dead in Nacional title celebrations
Newly-crowned Uruguay champions Nacional have condemned the killing of one of their fans during Sunday's title celebrations.
Uruguay club punished for kicking chicken
Uruguay's football association has sanctioned first-division club Fenix after two chickens were let loose on the pitch in a game against Racing.
Uruguayan clubs struggling in a globalised world
The Uruguayan Primera Division features an awkward assortment of 15 clubs, which is symbolic of the challenges football clubs face in the country.
Yeferson Quintana joins San Jose on loan
The San Jose Earthquakes have signed Penarol's Yeferson Quintana on a year-long loan with an option to buy.
LAFC close to signing Diego Rossi - sources
Los Angeles FC is on the verge of signing Penarol striker Diego Rossi Marachlian, sources have confirmed to ESPN FC.
Uruguay due to halt matches again
Football games in Uruguay are due to be called off this weekend with referees maintaining a stance to not officiate any games until further notice.
Suarez urges peace after Uruguay violence
Uruguay international Luis Suarez has appealed for peace in the wake of football violence in his country.
Attack on refs halts all football in Uruguay
The AUF was forced to suspend all football competitions in Uruguay on Sunday after two officials, including one woman, were attacked the previous day.
Man United's Varela returns to Penarol
Manchester United have confirmed that defender Guillermo Varela has re-joined former club Penarol.
Suarez: Privileged to have pitch in my name
Barcelona star Luis Suarez was moved to tears after his former club Nacional named a new training pitch after him.
Barca sign youngster Bueno from Penarol
Barcelona have confirmed the signing of teenage defender Santiago Bueno from CA Penarol.
Uruguayan football suspended after fan death
The Uruguayan Football Association postponed all matches in the country this weekend following the death of a Penarol fan.
CONMEBOL change plans on Copa Lib final
The Copa Libertadores final will continue to be played with home and away legs in the stadiums of the finalists in 2017, CONMEBOL said.
Penarol chief wants Forlan return
"I called him on Saturday to ask him to come back to Penarol," Damiani said of Forlan.
Las Palmas' Lemos proud of Barca interest
Lemos has drawn speculation about interest from both Barcelona and Everton.
Kelly: Recoba bids farewell to football
At the age of 40, one of Uruguay's finest strikers, Alvaro Recoba has finally called time on his career, writes Sam Kelly.
Uruguay's brilliant UCL parody
Uruguayan broadcasters TV TCC have produced a promotional campaign that feels eerily similar to the UEFA Champions League.
Bordeaux pass on Mexico GK Ochoa
Bordeaux president Jean-Louis Triaud said his club have turned down the chance to sign Mexican goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.
Plans under way for Americas Champs Lge
MP & Silva's Riccardo Silva says plans are under way to launch a Champions League-like tournament involving North America, South America and Caribbean
Porto move a step back for Casillas - Forlan
Iker Casillas' Real Madrid exit and his signing with Porto was "a step back for Iker," said Uruguay striker Diego Forlan in his weekly column.
Prim Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Plate | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 6 |
| Fénix | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 6 |
| Boston River | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 4 |
| Albion FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| Deportivo Maldonado | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1 | 4 |
| Nacional | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| Defensor Sporting | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| Peñarol | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Montevideo City Torque | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Danubio | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Cerro Largo | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Wanderers | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 1 |
| Liverpool | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
| Plaza Colonia | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 1 |
| Cerrito | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 1 |
| Rentistas | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -5 | 0 |