Argentina and Uruguay ship 2,000lbs of meat to World Cup squads in Qatar

The South American nations are famed for their consumption of prime beef and it has been revealed that both countries have each shipped 2,000lbs of meat over so that their players can indulge during their down time.

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The players will be able to switch off from the pressures of the tournament by enjoying a traditional barbecue known as an 'asado' which is their equivalent to the UK's Sunday roast.

"Meals like this are a big part of our identity and culture. These gatherings are a big part of family life in Argentina and they create a good atmosphere in the group," explained Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is believed to have had a huge grill built into the kitchen at his home in Paris.

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Meanwhile, Uruguay's FA (AUF) reached an agreement with the country's National Institute of Meat (INAC) for them to supply the team for the tournament with meat for the tournament.

He said: "The national team is being accompanied by the best nourishment."

"The AUF is a historic ambassador of our country and will take with it another ambassador, which is Uruguayan meat, the best meat in the world."

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"The mate [a form of tea], the asado [meat] and football go together in Uruguay and are part of our culture," said INAC president Conrado Ferber.

Both Argentina and Uruguay arranged asado's for their squads when they arrived in the United Arab Emirates ofr their final World Cup preparations.

Argentina ran out 5-0 winners over UAE on Wednesday and flew directly to Doha to celebrate the victory with a barbecue.

Uruguay open up their World Cup campaign against South Korea next Thursday whilst Argentina kick off open up against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

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