
Known for commanding defending, leadership and tactical authority. Biggest achievements: 1930 World Cup-winning captain, Olympic gold medals in 1924 and 1928, multiple South American titles.
One rank above: José Leandro Andrade at #5.
One rank below: José Santamaría at #7.
Uruguay's editorial top five: Juan Alberto Schiaffino · Luis Suárez · Enzo Francescoli · Héctor Scarone · José Leandro Andrade.