Nicolas Lodeiro scored a diving header in the 28th minute in Uruguay’s 3-0 win over Venezuela in CONMEBOL 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifying on Thursday.
The Seattle Sounders Designated Player capitalized on a cross from Luis Suarez to open the scoring before Edinson Cavani recorded a brace. It was Lodeiro’s fifth career goal and 51st cap for La Celeste.
Matias Vecino replaced Lodeiro, who picked up a yellow card in the 50th minute, in the 67th minute.
Uruguay is now in sole possession of first place in CONMEBOL qualifying after nine matches with 19 points.