The 2023 IHF Men's World Championship in Poland and Sweden is just the second time Uruguay have appeared in the competition, following their debut at Egypt 2021.
A debut to remember
Cape Verde and Uruguay, who are both heading into their second World Championship, will face off in Group C, while co-hosts Sweden, who became runners-up two years ago, are scheduled to meet Brazil.
Two years ago, Uruguay were reaping what they sowed after their third-place finish at the 2020 South and Central American Men’s Handball Championship. They made their IHF Men’s World Championship debut, a superb achievement for a side with little to no tradition in the sport.
Being on the highest of stages was both a reason for pride and a huge responsibility. Still, the South American side finished in 24th place, sealing a 10:0 win against Cape Verde in the preliminary round due to the withdrawal of the African side.