Liverpool sent Ronald Araujo message as Uruguayan media react to display

Araujo impressed in Uruguay's 2-1 friendly win over Argentina, earning praise from Uruguayan media for his defensive display despite playing centre-back rather than his usual right-back role.

Ronald Araujo featured throughout Uruguay's 2-1 friendly victory over Argentina on Friday, with the Uruguayan media impressed by his performance in the centre of defence. The 27-year-old completed two tackles, two blocks, three clearances, and won six of eight duels contested, including all his aerial battles.

Montevideooutlet Montevideo praised his second-half display, noting he "responded well" when Uruguay sat back to defend their lead. El País gave him a seven out of 10, highlighting his marking and ability to hold off Argentina's attacks in the second half, though noting the quality of crosses into him was inconsistent.

Araujo joined Liverpool on loan from Barcelona in the summer with an option to buy for £47 million. Initially signed as centre-back cover, he has been deployed at right-back by manager Andoni Iraola and has impressed consistently, earning the favour of the Anfield faithful.

He remains focused on winning trophies at the club, saying: "My hunger and ambition is to win trophies. We have a great team and given the size of Liverpool as a club, it needs to be fighting for every trophy this season."