Uruguay at the Copa América
The Copa América is South America's major tournament in senior men's soccer and determines the continental champion. Until 1967, the tournament was known as South American Championship. It is the oldest continental championship in the world with its first edition held in 1916. Uruguay won the inaugural tournament in Argentina, making them the first nation to hold an international football title worldwide. They are the joint-most successful team in tournament history with fifteen titles, tied with their rivals Argentina. 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). Winning finals. In the era of the South American Championship, Round Robins were more commonly played than knock-out tournaments. Listed are the decisive matches which secured Uruguay the respective titles. Awards and records. Team Awards Individual Awards Team records Individual records