The Uruguay head coach has conceded his 'authority' has been affected after criticisms of his methods and last week's loss to Peru

Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa said his authority was somewhat affected after striker Luis Suarez slammed his coaching style, but the Argentine added that he was prepared for the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifier against Peru with utmost seriousness.

Uruguayan Football Federation president Ignacio Alonso pledged his full support to Marcelo Bielsa despite confirming the declarations made by Luis Suárez over the problematic working conditions imposed by the head coach.

Uruguay's manager, Marcelo Bielsa, faces criticism from Luis Suarez over his coaching style. Suarez claims Bielsa's methods divide the squad and cites issues from the Copa America. Despite the discord,

Just-retired striker Luis Suárez has criticized Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa for the way he treated players during the Copa America, saying the “friction” hurts.

Uruguay's all-time top scorer Luis Suarez, who recently called the curtain on his international career, had criticised the

Uruguay’s all-time leading goalscorer had a litany of complaints about the influential Argentinian tactician. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Uruguay boss Marcelo Bielsa says his "authority was affected" when Luis Suarez criticised his coaching style earlier this month.

Uruguay national team head coach Marcelo Bielsa has admitted his authority as manager has been impacted by the public accusations made by Luis Suárez.