Uruguay's team aircraft was denied entry to the United States on June 14 due to an administrative error attributed to FIFA. The delay disrupted the squad's scheduled arrival and preparation time ahead of their World Cup campaign.
Specific details of the FIFA administrative failure were not disclosed in initial reports. Such disruptions can impact team acclimatization and rest in the critical early stages of a major tournament.
Travel disruption and potential fatigue before opening fixtures may influence market pricing for Uruguay's first match, particularly under/over goal markets where team sharpness and coordination affect scoring patterns.