57-409: Salvatore Schillaci OMRI ( Italian: [salvaˈtoːre skilˈlaːtʃi] ; 1 December 1964 – 18 September 2024), commonly known as Totò Schillaci , was an Italian professional footballer who played as a striker . During his club career, he played for Messina (1982–1989), Juventus (1989–1992), Internazionale (1992–1994) and Júbilo Iwata (1994–1997). At the international level, Schillaci
114-642: A penalty shoot-out , in which he refused to take a penalty, citing injury as his reason. After setting up Baggio's opening goal, Schillaci scored the winning goal in Italy's 2–1 win in the third-place match against England from a penalty, and won the Golden Boot , with six goals, as well as the Golden Ball Award for the best player of the tournament. Overall, he scored seven goals in sixteen caps for Italy between 1990 and 1991, scoring his only other goal for Italy in
171-439: A 2–1 defeat away against Norway , in 1991, in a UEFA Euro 1992 qualifying match. Schillaci was a small, quick, agile, and mobile striker , with an eye for the goal, and solid technique. A prolific, reliable, and opportunistic goalscorer, Schillaci was known in particular for his anticipation, reactions, and his excellent positional sense, which, along with his acceleration, enabled him to make attacking runs to beat opponents to
228-461: A capacity of 90,000 when first fully opened. The stadium hosted several matches in the 1930 World Cup , including the final, which was watched by a crowd of 93,000. First played in 1902, the "Clasico de Rio de la Plata" with Argentina is the oldest international derby in world football outside of the UK. Both teams have played in historically significant matches, such as the two world finals of 1928 and
285-473: A competitive generation through the 1960s and into the early 1970s with players from Nacional and Peñarol , who had won several continental and club world titles during that time. In 1962, Uruguay had a relatively poor World Cup, being eliminated in the group stage after a dramatic last match against the Soviet Union . In 1966, Uruguay reached the last eight after drawing hosts England beating France in
342-461: A draw against Argentina, to win their first major tournament. At the 1917 South American Championship , Uruguay hosted the competition and retained the title by winning every match. The 1919 Copa América saw Uruguay's first loss in the tournament, a 1–0 defeat in a playoff with Brazil which went to two periods of extra time, the longest Copa América match in history. After winning the 1924 South American Championship , Uruguay traveled to Paris as
399-777: A football match ever (173,850 people at the gate). Additionally, Uruguay has won the Copa América 15 times, second only to Argentina for the most titles in the tournament's history, winning their most recent title in 2011 . The first official match played by Uruguay was held at the Paso del Molino on 20 July 1902 against Argentina. In that match, Argentina beat the Uruguayan side 6–0 in front of 8,000 spectators. Prior to 1916, Uruguay played more than 30 matches, of which all but one were against Argentina. The inaugural Copa America of 1916 saw Uruguay win against Chile and Brazil , along with
456-399: A goalless draw against France, followed by wins against South Africa (3–0) and Mexico (1–0) respectively, finishing at the top of their group with seven points. In the second round, they played South Korea, defeating them 2–1 with star striker Luis Suárez scoring a brace and earning Uruguay a spot in the quarter-finals for the first time since 1970. Against Ghana, the match finished 1–1, forcing
513-518: A novice in the arena of national team competitions. After the end of the 1990 World Cup, Schillaci played two more years for Juventus, alongside his Italy attacking team-mate Roberto Baggio , before joining Internazionale . Schillaci ultimately fell short of the expectations of the Inter fans, as well as those of Juventus, mainly because of the physical troubles which he suffered after the 1990 campaign. In 1994, he joined Japanese club Júbilo Iwata , becoming
570-470: A profound paradigm shift with the hiring of Oscar Tabarez as manager. From there, Uruguay would finish semi finalists of the 2007 Copa America , and successfully qualified to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. In 2010, a new generation of footballers, led by Luis Suárez , Diego Forlán and Edinson Cavani , formed a team that finishing fourth in the 2010 World Cup . Uruguay opened the tournament with
627-487: A successful World Cup qualifying campaign, finishing second, Uruguay made it to the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Uruguay won its group after three victories, and advanced to the quarter-finals after a 2–1 win over Portugal . However, they were eliminated 2–0 in the quarter-finals by the eventual champions France . At the 2022 World Cup , Uruguay was drawn into Group H with Portugal , Ghana and South Korea . They started
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#1732892148306684-542: A youth academy of football. He appeared as a guest on Craig Doyle Live during UEFA Euro 2012 . Former South Africa national team captain Steven Pienaar is nicknamed Schillo after Schillaci. Schillaci's nephew Francesco Di Mariano and cousin Antonio Maurizio Schillaci have also played professional football. He married twice and had three children. He considered himself Roman Catholic. Schillaci
741-641: Is still considered one of the best matches in World Cup history, as La Celeste dramatically tied the match 2–2 late after trailing 2–0 at halftime. Uruguay would finally lose 4–2 in extra-time in what was their first-ever loss at the global stage, a thirty year record that started in January, 1925. Afterwards, Uruguay would fail to qualify to the World Cup for the first time in the 1958 CONMEBOL Qualifiers after losing 5–0 to Paraguay in Asuncion . From there, Uruguay maintained
798-523: The Maracanazo in front of a record paying crowd of 173,850. Though, historical estimates indicate that the crowd reached well over 200,000. This feat became an integral part of Uruguay's football identity and a source of inspiration for upcoming footballers with each passing generation. In the 1954 World Cup, Uruguay reached the semi-final for the fourth time after a notable campaign beating Czechoslovakia, Scotland and England. The semi-final against Hungary
855-526: The 1988–89 Serie B season, with 23 goals. He then joined Turin club Juventus , and made his debut in Serie A on 27 August 1989. Juventus, the "Old Lady" of Italian football, was at the time suffering from the breakup of the wonder team which dominated Italian football in the 1980s, under manager Giovanni Trapattoni ; Schillaci's arrival coincided with a return to form under the direction of former legendary Juventus goalkeeper Dino Zoff . He featured prominently for
912-534: The 1990 Ballon d'Or , behind Matthäus. Born on 1 December 1964 in Palermo , Italy, from a poor family, Schillaci started to play for an amateur team of his native city, Amat Palermo , the football team of the local bus company bearing the same name. He then signed in 1982 for the Sicilian club Messina , where he played until 1989 and showed his goal-scoring abilities, most notably winning the Serie B top-scorer award during
969-587: The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Colombia and Brazil on 15 and 19 November 2024 respectively. Caps and goals correct as of 19 November 2024, after the match against Brazil . The following players have also been called up to the Uruguay squad in the past twelve months. Champions Runners-up Third place Fourth place Tournament played fully or partially on home soil Below
1026-571: The Uruguayan Football Association , the governing body for football in Uruguay . Uruguay has won four world competitions organised by FIFA : two Olympic titles and two FIFA World Cups . Their first two senior world titles came at the Olympic tournaments of Paris 1924 and Amsterdam 1928 , two events that were directly organized by FIFA as open tournaments that included professionals. In 1924, La Celeste beat Switzerland 3–0 in
1083-461: The World Cup of 1934 due to the refusal of some European teams to participate in the 1930 edition. For the 1938 World Cup , France was chosen as host, contrary to a previous agreement to alternate the championships between South America and Europe, so Uruguay again refused to participate. Uruguay's golden generation retired after winning the 1935 South American Championship , beating Argentina 3-0 in
1140-552: The decisive match 3–0 in Montevideo to qualify to their first World Cup since 1990. The campaign itself proved a frustrating affair, as Uruguay were narrowly eliminated in the last group match against Senegal after drawing them 3–3, after being down 3–0 at half-time. The 2006 World Cup qualifying campaign saw another international playoff against Australia. This time, La Celeste were eliminated on penalties in Sydney . This loss led to
1197-435: The inaugural World Cup final in 1930 . They also disputed 8 South American Championship title deciders between 1916-1967. Although Argentina has an overall better head to head record, Uruguay have a better tally when it comes to international title deciders with 10 wins and 1 loss. Uruguay vs. Brazil dates back to the 1916 South American Championship. Both teams have since competed in several Copa America title deciders and
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#17328921483061254-527: The 1935 South American championship, held in Santa Beatriz in Peru , which Uruguay won. It was not worn again (except for a 1962 FIFA World Cup match, against Colombia ) until 1991, when it was officially adopted as the away jersey. Uruguay displays four stars in its emblem. This is unique in world football as two of the stars represent the gold medals received at the 1924 and 1928 Summer Olympics, which are
1311-434: The 1980s, which began with Uruguay winning the 1980 World Champions' Gold Cup , a tournament that pitted past World Cup winners together in celebration of the tournament's 50th anniversary. Afterwards, La Celeste went on to win the 1983 and 1987 Copas America back-to-back, only losing 1–0 to hosts Brazil in 1989's decisive title match. After failing to qualify for the 1982 World Cup , in 1986 , Uruguay were eliminated in
1368-665: The 1983 and 1995 editions, while Brazil won in 1989 and 1999. Also in the 1990s, in a decisive World Cup qualifier, Brazil eliminated Uruguay in Maracana from qualifying for USA 1994 . Since the 2000s, they have met mostly in the Copa América, as well as the regularly scheduled World Cup qualifiers . The following is a list of match results in the last 12 months, as well as any future matches that have been scheduled. Win Draw Loss Fixture The following 24 players are called up for
1425-460: The Brazilians when they beat the reigning world champions to win the 1995 Copa America in Montevideo. Later, Uruguay were eliminated from the 1998 World Cup as they finished in seventh place in the first time qualifying had been done in one group. For the 2002 World Cup qualifiers , Uruguay managed to advance to a final playoff round against Australia to reach the finals . La Celeste would win
1482-760: The Italian Republic The Order of Merit of the Italian Republic ( Italian : Ordine al Merito della Repubblica Italiana ) is the most senior Italian order of merit . It was established in 1951 by the second President of the Italian Republic , Luigi Einaudi . The highest-ranking honour of the Republic, it is awarded for "merit acquired by the nation" in the fields of literature, the arts, economy, public service, and social, philanthropic and humanitarian activities and for long and conspicuous service in civilian and military careers. The post-nominal letters for
1539-506: The Round of 16 against eventual champions Argentina after a group stage that included West Germany, Denmark and Scotland. In the 1990 World Cup in Italy, Uruguay were eliminated in the Round of 16 against hosts Italy 2–0 in Rome. Afterwards, Uruguay would fail to qualify for 1994 after losing 2–0 to Brazil in decisive match at Maracanã Stadium . La Celeste would win their next big encounter against
1596-509: The Turinese club that season, scoring 15 league goals and 21 in all competitions in a very positive year, which ended with Juventus winning both the 1989–90 Coppa Italia and the UEFA Cup titles. Due to his clever, inventive, and aggressive attacking style, he was then selected by head coach of Italy , Azeglio Vicini , to play in the 1990 FIFA World Cup , to be hosted by Italy itself, despite being
1653-421: The ball in the area, giving him the reputation for frequently being "in the right place at the right time". He was capable of finishing well both inside and outside the area, as well as from volleys , with powerful strikes, and was capable of scoring with his head as well as with his feet, despite not being particularly imposing in the air; he was also accurate on set pieces and effective on penalties. Although he
1710-499: The biggest downturn in the country's footballing history as they were eliminated in the group stage of the 1974 World Cup , and failed to qualify to Argentina 1978 . It wasn't until the late 1970s that Uruguayan football began to see hope as their under-20 team won four consecutive South American titles from 1975 to 1981, as well as reaching the U20 World Cup semi-final in 1979. The success of this young generation would bare fruit in
1767-465: The final, Uruguay inadvertently invented the tradition of the lap of honour to thank the fans in Paris. In the 1928 Olympic football tournament , Uruguay would retain their world title after beating Netherlands , Germany , Italy and lastly Argentina 2–1 in the replay of the final (the first match was a draw after extra time). Following the double Olympic triumph, Uruguay was chosen as the host nation for
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1824-462: The final. Then, in 1928, Uruguay repeated the Olympic championship by beating Argentina 2–1. They then secured a third consecutive title at the inaugural FIFA World Cup in Montevideo , where they beat Argentina 4–2 in the decisive match. Uruguay's fourth title came in 1950 after beating hosts Brazil in the final match 2–1, a match that still holds the record for the highest official attendance for
1881-399: The final. This was this generation's overall 7th title, which is still the record for most major titles in international football history, counting the 4 South American (1917, '23, '24, '26) and three world titles (1924, '28, 30). In the 1940s, Uruguay achieved early success in a decade largely dominated by Argentina by winning their eighth South American championship in 1942. As the World Cup
1938-468: The first Italian player to play in the J.League , and he won the J.League Division 1 title with the club in 1997 . He retired in 1999. Having represented Italy U21, on 31 March 1990, Schillaci made his senior international debut for Italy under manager Azeglio Vicini in a 1–0 friendly away victory over Switzerland , in Basel. He was subsequently called up for Italy's squad for the 1990 FIFA World Cup that
1995-696: The first South American team to compete in the Olympic Games . The 1924 Olympic Football tournament also had the distinction of being the first ever "open" championship for professionals, as well as directly being organized by Caetano Heras Manuel Fiochetta and FIFA. Hence, the tournament would be recognize at the time (and posteriorly) as equivalent in value to the FIFA World Cup . Uruguay would eliminate Yugoslavia , United States , France , Netherlands and finally Switzerland to become football's first senior professional world champions. Moreover, after winning
2052-407: The first time a rank higher than Knight. The minimum age requirement is normally 35. The Knight Grand Cross with Collar is awarded only to heads of state . Uruguay national football team The Uruguay national football team ( Spanish : Selección de fútbol de Uruguay ), nicknamed La Celeste (The Sky Blue), represents Uruguay in international men's football , and is administered by
2109-480: The game into extra-time. Both sides had their chances at extra time but Suárez blocked the ball with his hand in the penalty area, earning Suárez a red card and earning Uruguay universal scorn. Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan missed the subsequent penalty, forcing the game to go into penalties where Uruguay would win 4–2, sending them into the last four. They played the Netherlands in the semi-finals but were beaten 3–2. For
2166-507: The group stage. A controversial quarter-final loss against West Germany marred what had been seen as a positive campaign. La Celeste would end the decade winning their 11th South American championship in 1967 by beating Argentina 1–0 in Montevideo. In 1970, Uruguay established themselves again as one of the world's best teams when they advanced to their fourth World Cup semi-final in Mexico 1970 , losing to eventual winners Brazil. After that came
2223-562: The iconic 1950 World Cup final match , where Uruguay lifted their second FIFA World Cup in front of a world record crowd in Maracana . The only other time they met in a World Cup was the 1970 World Cup semi-final where Brazil won 3-1 in Guadalajara. Since the 1980s, the two sides met in several title deciders, such as the 1980 World Champions' Gold Cup final (won by Uruguay), and the 1983, 1989, 1995 and 1999 Copa América finals. Uruguay would win
2280-473: The inaugural FIFA World Cup held in 1930 , the centenary of Uruguay's first constitution. During this tournament, Uruguay won all its matches against Peru , Romania and Yugoslavia . In the final, La Celeste turned a 1–2 halftime deficit into a 4–2 victory against neighbours Argentina at the Estadio Centenario to capture their consecutive third world title. After this tournament, Uruguay would boycott
2337-479: The last 16. During the match against Italy, forward Luis Suárez bit Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini on his left shoulder . Two days after the match, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee banned Suárez for nine international matches, the longest such ban in World Cup history, exceeding the eight-match ban handed to Italy's Mauro Tassotti for breaking the nose of Spain's Luis Enrique in 1994 . Suárez
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2394-525: The liberty of the citizens) encircling the head of Italia turrita on the reverse. The six degrees with corresponding ribbons are as follows (with numbers to 2 June 2020): The order is bestowed by decree of the President of the Italian Republic , as head of the orders of knighthood, on the recommendation of the President of the Council of Ministers . Except in exceptional circumstances, no one can be awarded for
2451-447: The only editions recognised by FIFA as senior world championships. In 2021, after a FIFA employee contacted PUMA about modifying the team's crest, FIFA reconfirmed and approved once again the use of all four stars on the shirt. Since 1930, Uruguay have played their home games at the Estadio Centenario in the Uruguayan capital Montevideo . The stadium was built as a celebration of the centenary of Uruguay's first constitution, and had
2508-680: The order are OMRI . The order effectively replaced national orders such as the Civil Order of Savoy (1831), the Order of the Crown of Italy (1868), the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus (1572) and the Supreme Order of the Most Holy Annunciation (1362). Investiture takes place twice a year – on 2 June, the anniversary of the foundation of the Republic , and on 27 December, the anniversary of
2565-552: The promulgation of the Italian Constitution . However, those awards on Presidential motu proprio , related to termination of service or granted to foreigners, may be made at any time. The badge, modified in 2001, bears the inscription Al Merito della Repubblica encircling the national coat of arms on the obverse and the Latin Patriæ Unitati (for the union of the country) and Civium Libertati (for
2622-494: The scoring in the round of 16 and quarter-finals, against Uruguay and the Republic of Ireland respectively, and set up Aldo Serena 's goal against Uruguay. For the semi-final match against defending champions Argentina , Gianluca Vialli replaced Baggio in the starting line-up, whereas Schillaci kept his place in the team. The match ended 1–1, with Schillaci scoring his fifth goal of the tournament, but Italy were eliminated after
2679-582: The third-place match, they played Germany, again losing 3–2. This placed Uruguay in fourth place for the tournament, their best result in 40 years. Forlán was awarded the Player of The Tournament. A year later, they won the Copa America for the first time in 16 years and broke the record for the most successful team in South America. Luis Suárez ended up as the Player of The Tournament. Three years later, Uruguay
2736-437: The tournament with a 0–0 draw against South Korea, before they fell to a 2–0 defeat to Portugal. Despite a 2–0 victory against Ghana in their final group game, Uruguay was knocked out of the tournament in the group stages for the first time since 2002 , on goals scored following South Korea’s shock 2–1 win against Portugal. Between 1901 and 1910, Uruguay wore a variety of different shirts during its matches. The first shirt worn
2793-402: Was Albion F.C. 's kit, in the unofficial debut of the national team against Argentina in 1901. It was followed by a variety of shirts, including a solid green one and even a shirt with the colours of the flag of Artigas . On 10 April 1910, now-defunct club River Plate defeated Argentine side Alumni 2–1. That day River Plate wore its alternate jersey, a light blue one due to the home jersey
2850-444: Was also banned from taking part in any football-related activity (including entering any stadium) for four months and fined CHF 100,000 (approx. £65,700/€82,000/US$ 119,000). In the round of 16, Uruguay played Colombia but were beaten 2–0, eliminating them from the tournament. At the 2015 and 2016 Copa América, Uruguay, missing banned striker Luis Suárez, were eliminated in the quarter-finals and group stages respectively. After
2907-485: Was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2022. In September 2024, he was hospitalised with an atrial arrhythmia . Schillaci died on the morning of 18 September 2024, at the age of 59. Inter Milan led the tributes to Schillaci stating "He made an entire nation dream during the Magic Nights of Italia 90 ". Messina Juventus Internazionale Júbilo Iwata Italy Individual Orders Order of Merit of
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#17328921483062964-447: Was not being played, this championship became the priority. In 1950, Uruguay re-entered the World Cup for the first time since 1930. This time, La Celeste would enter a final-group where they would tie Spain 2–2 and beat Sweden 3–2 on route to the final match against hosts Brazil . On 16 July 1950, Uruguay claimed their second FIFA World Cup and fourth senior world title when they beat Brazil 2–1 from behind in an iconic match known as
3021-451: Was placed in Group D at the 2014 World Cup alongside Costa Rica , England , and Italy . They were upset by Costa Rica in the opening match, losing 3–1 after taking the lead in the first half. They rebounded with a 2–1 victory over England, in which Suárez scored a brace right after coming back from an injury, and a 1–0 victory over Italy, placing them second in their group and earning a spot in
3078-421: Was played on home soil. At the 1990 FIFA World Cup, Schillaci replaced Andrea Carnevale during Italy's first match against Austria . He scored the decisive goal as the match ended with a 1–0 win for Italy. Against Czechoslovakia , alongside Roberto Baggio . Italy won 2–0, with Baggio and Schillaci both scoring. Schillaci started alongside Baggio in Italy's next two matches of the knock-out stages, also opening
3135-437: Was primarily known for his selfish and instinctive style of play, he was also capable of linking-up with and playing off of his team-mates, despite not being a particularly notable passer. Due to his goalscoring exploits, his former Messina manager Francesco Scoglio described him by saying he had "never seen a player who wanted to score as much as him." Schillaci retired in 1999. He returned to his native Palermo, where he owned
3192-464: Was similar to Alumni's. Ricardo LeBas proposed Uruguay to wear a light blue jersey as a tribute to the victory of River Plate over Alumni. This was approved by president of the Uruguayan Association, Héctor Gómez. The light blue ( Celeste ) jersey debuted in a Copa Lipton match against Argentina on 15 August 1910. The red shirt that was used in some previous away strips was first used at
3249-510: Was the surprise star of the 1990 FIFA World Cup , as he helped Italy to a third-place finish on home soil. Coming on as substitute in Italy's first game, Schillaci went on to score six goals throughout the World Cup, claiming the Golden Boot as the leading goalscorer, and received the Golden Ball as player of the tournament ahead of Lothar Matthäus and Diego Maradona , who came second and third respectively. That year he also placed second in
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