Forlan announced as Uruguay’s interim head coach

Diego Forlan has agreed to become Uruguay's head coach on an interim basis, following their dismal World Cup campaign this summer. 
Forlan, who will juggle his duties with his commitment to Uruguay's under-20 team, succeeds Marcelo Bielsa. 
The 47-year-old will be in charge for the national team's upcoming friendlies this autumn, before a permanent manager is appointed at the end of this year or the start of 2027.
Forlan's appointment comes after Uruguay finished third in Group H