Luis Suarez pondered on a "unique night" after overtaking Lionel Messi because the top-scoring player in South American World Cup qualifiers throughout Uruguay's win towards Chile.
The Atletico Madrid striker scored an outstanding bicycle-kick to open the scoring in Tuesday's contest earlier than Federico Valverde introduced a late 2nd within the 2-0 victory.
That aim sealed a 3rd-located finish for Uruguay in the back of Brazil and Argentina as La Celeste qualified for the World Cup for a fourth edition strolling, and a 5th time in six attempts.
Suarez has now located the net 29 times for his u . S . In sixty two World Cup qualifiers, one intention extra than Messi having played games extra.
Next at the list is Bolivia striker Marcelo Moreno, who has 22 desires in 58 video games, observed by means of Chile's Alexis Sanchez (20 in 56) and Argentina wonderful Hernan Crespo (19 in 33).
Former Barcelona striker Suarez published an picture of himself together with his in shape shirt on the back of the victory – Uruguay's fourth in a row below new head instruct Diego Alonso.
That is their pleasant run due to the fact an same streak between March and June 2019 beneath former boss Oscar Tabarez, who turned into in charge for 15 years earlier than leaving closing November.
"Special night, special suit, special shirt and with a aim," Suarez published. "What greater can I ask for to stay particular and unforgettable moments with my united states?"
Uruguay will examine their World Cup organization opponents on Friday, at the side of fellow South American individuals Brazil, Argentina and Ecuador.
