Nandez Out of World Cup Due to Bielsa's Surprising Decision

The Uruguayan midfielder, Nahitan Nández, received a major shock after it was confirmed that he would not be called up to the Uruguay national team for the 2026 World Cup, a decision made by coach Marcelo Bielsa for reasons described as non-technical.

The 30-year-old player was a key figure during the South American qualifiers, participating in 13 out of 18 matches, which made the decision surprising within the football community.

Nahitan Nández, who is considered a consistent player in midfield, received a notice of exclusion at a critical time in his career, amid assurances that the decision was not related to his performance on the field, but rather due to external considerations taken into account by the coach when preparing the final list. The decision sparked widespread controversy in Uruguayan sports circles.

On the other hand, the issue of the player's future has resurfaced, as his current club, Al-Qadisiyah of Saudi Arabia, continues to offer a contract renewal, while his agent, Pablo Bentancur, is exploring other options, including offers from clubs in Mexico and interest from two teams in Italy.