September 11th 2024.
Manuel Ugarte, a rising star in the world of football, found himself in a bit of a predicament ahead of Uruguay's World Cup qualifier against Venezuela. The 23-year-old midfielder, who recently signed with Manchester United, was suffering from a fever just 24 hours before the highly anticipated match.
Despite feeling under the weather, Ugarte was determined to not let his team down. He pushed through and played the full 90 minutes, showcasing his skills and determination on the field. In an interview with AUF TV after the game, Ugarte revealed, "Now I feel a bit down but I felt fine during the match despite the heat. Yesterday I had a bit of a fever but we drew and got a point."
His perseverance and dedication did not go unnoticed, as he is now set to make his debut for Manchester United this weekend. However, the draw against Venezuela has left Uruguay in third place in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying table, after being overtaken by Colombia who secured a 2-1 win against Argentina on Tuesday.
Ugarte, like any true athlete, always strives to win. Speaking about the match, he stated, "We always want to play to win and we are capable of playing to win." However, he acknowledged that it was not their best performance and that Venezuela proved to be a tough opponent, especially in their home stadium.
Despite the less than ideal outcome, Ugarte understands the importance of every point in the challenging World Cup qualifiers. "Knowing how complicated these qualifiers are, it is important to come away with a point," he said.
Now, the midfielder is making his way back to Manchester to join his new team. However, his health is a concern and he will be assessed before United's Premier League clash against Southampton on Saturday. Fans are eagerly awaiting his debut, especially after his impressive signing from Paris Saint-Germain for a whopping £50.7 million.
Ugarte was also given a warm welcome by United supporters at Old Trafford before their match against Liverpool on September 1, further adding to the anticipation surrounding his debut. With his talent and determination, he is sure to make a significant impact on the team.
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