Uruguay at the Copa América

The Copa América is South America's major tournament in senior men's football and determines the continental champion.

Uruguay won the inaugural tournament in Argentina, making them the first nation to hold an international football title worldwide.

Until 1927, the South American Championship was held annually, and Uruguay were the dominating team during this early era, winning six out of eleven tournaments.

Part of all six victorious squads was inside-forward Ángel Romano, who holds the record for most titles and for most tournament participations (9).

In the era of the South American Championship, Round Robins were more commonly played than knock-out tournaments.