"La Celeste" is the nickname for the national football team of Uruguay. The team is known for its sky-blue jerseys, which is where the name comes from. Uruguay has a rich football history and is one of the oldest national teams in the world, having participated in the first-ever FIFA World Cup in 1930, which they also hosted and won. The team has achieved significant success, winning the FIFA World Cup twice, in 1930 and 1950. Uruguay is also known for its strong youth development programs, producing many talented players who have gone on to play in top leagues around the world.