Roberto Chery’s Fatal Save

OTD E0211 — 30 May 1919: Roberto Chery, Peñarol goalkeeper and Uruguay debutant, dies in Rio de Janeiro from complications after an injury suffered against Chile in the South American Championship. This episode traces CONMEBOL’s early years, Uruguay’s dominance, Peñarol’s role, Chery’s only cap, the no-substitution era, Brazil’s 150-minute title win, and the extraordinary Copa Roberto Chery tribute — Brazil in Peñarol colors, Argentina in Uruguay’s sky blue. Ideas: [email protected]