Our reporters choose their favourite memories from a frenetic few days in Qatar
With redemption or revenge on the menu, the Black Stars must go for broke — but they will need a dash of Suarez-level cunning, too
Portugal enter with their most exciting side since 2006 and Ghana have a shot at revenge against Uruguay
Martyr or cheat? A decade later, we’re still frothing at mouth as we argue about that game
With a world-class gauntlet laid out in front of them, could South Africa make an expectant nation proud?
Canada is now the second nation after Uruguay to legalise cannibis
Uruguay legalised the production, distribution and sale of marijuana for recreational purposes in December 2013
Luis Suarez opened the scoring in the 10th minute and the South Americans extended their lead with the help of a Denis Cheryshev own goal
Japan, Italy and Uruguay are all rated highly and are determined to get a crack at the final
Uruguay made history when it legalised the sale of marijuana but its progressive policy has led to distrust and police harrassment.
"It was a very difficult decision, having worn the Uruguay shirt for so many years, more than I could have dreamed of," the 35-year-old striker said.
From hand to mouth, Luis Suarez has been ruining lives since 2010. The Uruguayan chomper has done more for the bite than Mike Tyson – or Eve.
Uruguay’s Luis Suarez could face a lengthy ban if an investigation by Fifa proves allegations he bit Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini are true.
Pro-weed activists have burst into applause as Uruguay became the first country in the world to legalise the growing, sale and use of marijuana.
Uruguay’s Parliament has voted to be the world’s first country to license and regulate production, distribution and sale of dagga for adult consumers.
The visually impaired are shackled by developed countries’ reluctance to change copyright laws.
South Africa have continued to tumble down the Fifa world rankings, dropping to 71st spot. Bafana haven’t won in their last six internationals.
Cristina Fernandez (Kirchner) begins a second four-year term as Argentina’s President with the country’s economy shadowed by the financial crisis.
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On Uruguay’s Atlantic coast, a beach town is booming with celebrities and high-rolling foreigners.
Uruguay’s Diego Forlan received the Golden Ball award as the Player of the Tournament after scoring five goals in seven Soccer World Cup matches.
Germany rounded off an impressive World Cup with a thrilling 3-2 win over a stubborn Uruguay on Saturday in a play-off for third place.
Holland will contest their first World Cup final since 1978 after beating Uruguay 3-2 at Cape Town Stadium on Tuesday night.
The Netherlands stormed into their first Soccer World Cup final since 1978 on Tuesday, beating Uruguay 3-2.
To many Diego Forlán sneaked into South Africa masquerading as an anonymous footballer seeking fame and fortune at the Soccer World Cup.
Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez said on Monday he was angry and upset that his team had been accused of cheating their way into the World Cup semifinals.
The Netherlands were warned against underestimating Uruguay on Monday, as Argentina and Brazil come to terms with their shock World Cup exits.
Africa’s last hope in the Soccer World Cup ended in heartbreak after Uruguay eliminated a youthful Ghana 4-2 on Friday evening.
Ghana defender John Pantsil choked back tears as he bemoaned a decision to award a last-minute penalty instead of a goal.
Uruguay are on the verge of their first World Cup semifinal appearance in 40 years with Ghana blocking their way at Soccer City on Friday.
Diego Maradona calls the first knockout stage of a Soccer World Cup the point "where history really begins."
Ghana will be bidding to become the first African nation to reach the semifinals of the World Cup when they play Uruguay on Friday.
David Suarez scored a goal in each half to give Uruguay a 2-1 win over South Korea on Saturday and take them to the World Cup quarterfinals.