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National club celebrates Children's Day with fans in Paysandú

elpais.com.uy · 10 September 2026

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In Paysandú, Uruguay, National Football Club hosted a Children’s Day event at the La Diez Sports Complex, bringing together families and supporters.

Hundreds of children and their families participated in recreational activities like inflatable games, received gifts, and entered raffles for club merchandise. Local barbers also offered free haircuts during the event. Former National players Carlos Camejo and Rubén Sosa attended the celebration and shared stories about the club’s history with the younger generation.

José Lavista, the club’s vice president, and Ignacio Barrios, a director from the Interior Commission, represented the club’s leadership. The Paysandú Consulate organized the event with support from club members and local volunteers. The event also included contributions from local media personalities and a supporter group called “La 19.” Organizers intended the event to strengthen the club’s relationship with fans living outside the capital city through community engagement.

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