Uruguay national team head coach Marcelo Bielsa has admitted his authority as manager has been impacted by the public accusations made by Luis Suárez.

Uruguay’s all-time leading goalscorer had a litany of complaints about the influential Argentinian tactician. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Just-retired striker Luis Suárez has criticized Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa for the way he treated players during the Copa America, saying the “friction” hurts.

Uruguayan Football Federation president Ignacio Alonso pledged his full support to Marcelo Bielsa despite confirming the declarations made by Luis Suárez over the problematic working conditions imposed by the head coach.

Luis Suarez gave an interview for the ages, one that will open up a lot of cans of worms as Marcelo Bielsa’s days as Uruguayan national team manager seem numbered.

The midfielder confirmed "everything Luis said is true" about the environment created by Bielsa in Uruguay's national team.

Uruguay boss Marcelo Bielsa says his "authority was affected" when Luis Suarez criticised his coaching style earlier this month.

Luis Suárez detailed the rigorous training protocols and team conducts established by coach Marcelo Bielsa upon his arrival at the Uruguay national team.

Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa said his authority was somewhat affected after striker Luis Suarez slammed his coaching style, but the Argentine added that he was prepared for the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifier against Peru with utmost seriousness.