Only eight minutes were enough for Uruguay to take the lead against Nicaragua , in the context of an international friendly on FIFA date . The 'Celeste', currently led by Marcelo Bielsa, broke the tie with a great finish from Matías Arezo, who beat Rodríguez's goal at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo.
The action came after a great pass from Araujo in midfield to Pellistri. The midfielder took the ball in the opposing area and, when he saw himself marked, assisted Arezo. However, while the striker didn't have much space to shoot, he surprised with a great finish to open the scoring in the Uruguayan venue.
It should be noted that Matías Arezo missed the chance to score a brace minutes later. And it was Rodríguez the goalkeeper who shone by saving a penalty from the Peñarol forward, who hit a weak shot against the Nicaraguan goalkeeper.
Uruguay vs. Nicaragua: what's next for both teams
After the match against Nicaragua, the Uruguayan national team will focus on their next challenge in the June FIFA date. Their opponent will be none other than Cuba, with whom they will face off on Tuesday, June 20th at 6:30 p.m. (Peruvian time) at the Centenario Stadium in Montevideo.
It is necessary to mention that these matches will be vital for Marcelo Bielsa's 'Celeste', who will seek to arrive in the best possible way to the South American Qualifiers, which will start in September of this year.
Nicaragua, on the other hand, will prepare to face their next opponent, the Paraguay national team. The match between the 'Pinoleros' and the 'Albirroja' will take place on Sunday, June 18th at 9:30 p.m. at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium.
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