Uruguayan association football player
Born: May 19, 1979
Diego Forlán is a retired Uruguayan footballer, renowned for his exceptional skills as a forward. Born on May 19, 1979, in Montevideo, Uruguay, Forlán hails from a family with a rich footballing heritage; his father, Pablo Forlán, played for the national team in the 1960s and 1970s.
Forlán’s professional career began in Argentina with Independiente, where he showcased his goal-scoring prowess, attracting the attention of European clubs. In 2002, he joined Manchester United, contributing to their Premier League and FA Cup victories despite limited playing time. His breakthrough came after moving to Villarreal in 2004, where he won the Pichichi Trophy as La Liga’s top scorer and the European Golden Shoe in 2005.
In 2007, Forlán transferred to Atlético Madrid, achieving further success by winning the UEFA Europa League in 2010 and being named the competition’s best player. His international career with Uruguay was equally illustrious; he earned over 100 caps and played a pivotal role in Uruguay’s fourth-place finish at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, where he received the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.
After stints with Inter Milan, Internacional, Cerezo Osaka, and other clubs, Forlán retired in 2019. Beyond his playing career, Forlán has ventured into coaching and remains a beloved figure in football for his dedication, sportsmanship, and remarkable talent.
Diego Forlán’s 5 most popular quotes
- 2010 was a magical year and was unforgettable.
- Luis Suarez is one of the best players in the national team – and in the world, in fact.
- During my career, I’ve have a lot of satisfaction, but I miss the Champions League. I’d like to win it with Inter.
- You never know for sure whether a player will adapt to a new country until he gets there.
- We are just lucky to be able to watch Ronaldo and Messi at their best.
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