How Many CONMEBOL Copa América™ Titles Has Uruguay Won?
Uruguay has won the CONMEBOL Copa América™ 15 times, making La Celeste one of the most successful national teams in the tournament’s history.
Uruguay lifted the trophy in the following editions:
- 1916
- 1917
- 1920
- 1923
- 1924
- 1926
- 1935
- 1942
- 1956
- 1959
- 1967
- 1983
- 1987
- 1995
- 2011
All-Time CONMEBOL Copa América™ Titles Ranking
In the all-time CONMEBOL Copa América™ standings, Uruguay ranks among the tournament’s most successful national teams:
Argentina — 16 titles
Uruguay — 15 titles
Brasil — 9 titles
Paraguay — 2 titles
Chile — 2 titles
Perú — 2 titles
Colombia — 1 title
Bolivia — 1 title
The History Behind Uruguay’s Titles
Uruguay dominated the early decades of the competition, winning multiple titles between 1916 and 1926. Those legendary teams helped establish La Celeste as one of South America’s historic football powers.
The 1995 Title on Home Soil
In 1995, Uruguay captured the CONMEBOL Copa América™ title as hosts. The final, played in Montevideo, ended with a penalty shootout victory over Brazil.
The Most Recent Triumph: 2011
Uruguay’s latest title came in 2011, when La Celeste defeated Paraguay in the final in Buenos Aires to secure its 15th continental crown.
Uruguay Legends in the CONMEBOL Copa América™
Over the years, Uruguay has featured iconic players who left their mark on the tournament, including José Nasazzi, Obdulio Varela, Enzo Francescoli, Diego Forlán, Luis Suárez and Edinson Cavani.
Uruguay’s Top Scorers in CONMEBOL Copa América™
Some of Uruguay’s all-time leading scorers in the tournament include:
- Héctor Scarone — 13 goals
- Javier Ambrois — 12 goals
- Ángel Romano — 12 goals
- José Piendibene — 10 goals
- Luis Suárez — 7 goals
Uruguay in the CONMEBOL Copa América™
Uruguay has played a defining role throughout the history of the competition. With a rich tradition, legendary players and 15 continental titles, La Celeste remains one of the greatest teams in CONMEBOL Copa América™ history.
