- Luis Suárez said in an interview that “we won two World Cups and they awarded us two more; I don’t count them” and the phrase went viral.
- The striker posted an Instagram story to clarify: “Uruguay has four stars; that is UNDISPUTED.”
- Suárez said he spoke in a humorous way, affirmed his love for the country, and closed the controversy with “End of discussion.”
- The comment comes amid rumors about a possible return to the Nacional club and the debate over the stars on the crest.
What Suárez said in the interview
In a rapid-fire question segment featuring a “Argentina vs. Uruguay” format, Luis Suárez humorously responded to a question about which national team has more World Cup titles. The striker from Salto quipped, “We won two World Cups and they awarded us two more; I don’t count them.” His comment quickly went viral, reigniting the public debate about how many World Cup titles each national team displays on its crest.
The clarification on Instagram
Hours after the statement circulated on social media, Suárez shared a story on his Instagram account to clarify his position. The post read: “Uruguay has four stars; that is UNDISPUTED. I spoke about World Cups and it was in jest, nothing more. I love my country, I am PROUD of its history, and I would never disrespect it. End of discussion.”
With that message, the striker sought to put an end to the controversy and reaffirm his pride in Uruguayan football history.
Context: FIFA’s stars and controversy
The debate surrounding the “stars” on the Uruguayan crest intensified when FIFA formally analyzed which titles should be reflected in the official emblems. This review sparked online discussion about whether the two World Cups of 1924 and 1928, held before FIFA officially recognized certain tournaments, should be counted as world championships entitled to a star. Suárez’s comment came within this context and therefore garnered significant attention.
Rumors about his future and public reaction
Suárez’s clarification coincides with reports linking him to a possible return to Nacional, which also fueled interest in the local press. Beyond the media buzz, the striker’s public stance was clear: he defended Uruguay’s history and presented his previous comment as a humorous remark, not as criticism.
Conclusion
Suárez closed the episode with a direct message: pride in Uruguay, recognition of the four stars, and a plea to avoid further controversy. His clarification on Instagram aims to put an end to the discussion that had generated headlines and debates on social media.
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