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DARK SECRETS: Diego forlan - The Real Truth

“Beating Fulham was one of the best nights of my career. I took my shirt off and threw myself onto the turf as if it were a swimming pool” Diego Forlan on his 2010 Europa League success

The Uruguayan striker helped Atletico Madrid defeat the Cottagers in the 2010 Europa League final

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“We were on the ropes at high altitude before I stepped up to take a penalty. I didn’t feel nervous and struck it perfectly into the top corner. That ended up taking us to the World Cup” How Diego Forlan kick-started Uruguay’s 2010 World Cup adventure

The former Manchester United striker was a part of the Uruguay side that would go on to reach the semi-finals in South Africa

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“Sir Alex Ferguson’s brother watched me score against Boca Juniors. I didn’t know it then but that goal earned me my Manchester United move” Diego Forlan on the goal that changed his life

The Uruguayan secured a £6.9million move to Old Trafford in 2002

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World Cup 2026: Do goals in the third place play-off count towards the Golden Boot?

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How to complete the FC 26 Journey of Nations: South America objective fast

Easier than before.

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Is there a problem with the 2026 World Cup ball? Why goalkeepers are struggling with the Trionda

After the recurrence of a specific goalkeeping error, is there something wrong with this year’s World Cup ball?

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‘People still abuse me for my penalty miss against Uruguay, but I don’t hate Luis Suarez for his handball. I’d have done the same thing’ Asamoah Gyan reflects on Ghana’s chaotic World Cup 2010 exit

The Black Stars were knocked out on penalties in an explosive 2010 quarter-final clash

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‘I was playing tennis with Ruud van Nistelrooy – Alex Ferguson started joking to distract him and I ended up winning’ Diego Forlan recalls his first conversation with the legendary Manchester United boss

The Uruguayan striker often saw a different side to the fiery Manchester United legend

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‘Beckham was a global phenomenon, not only because of how good he was, but because he was dating a Spice Girl. It was like travelling with a Hollywood star’ Diego Forlan on sharing a dressing room with David Beckham

The Uruguayan striker spent 18 months alongside the former England skipper at Manchester United

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‘It was hard to believe they wanted me - it took me a few weeks to realise it was serious’ Diego Forlan on earning his big Manchester United move in 2002

Diego Forlan swapped Independiente for Manchester United in a 2002 move

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‘It was a blessing to play with Suarez and Cavani for Uruguay. They helped raise the level of a generation that made history at the 2010 World Cup’ Diego Forlan recalls his role in La Celeste’s legendary attacking trident

The former Manchester United striker was part of a potent attacking trio at the 2010 World Cup

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The 20 Best Uruguayan Soccer Players of All Time—Ranked

Uruguay stands as one of South America’s most successful soccer nations.

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Ex-Manchester United striker Diego Forlan hospitalised with broken ribs and collapsed lung

Veteran striker landed heavily after a collison with another player

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Simeone helped make Madrid derby a fight amongst equals: Forlan

Uruguayan legend Diego Forlan feels the Derbi Madrileno is now similar to El Clasico

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European Golden Shoe winners

A look at Europe's most prolific marksmen

The Independent UK

Diego Forlan ‘felt like a tennis player’ after playing doubles match in Uruguay

The former Manchester United forward was given a wild card into the Uruguay Open.

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Diego Forlan’s pro tennis debut ends in defeat for former Uruguay forward

He and Argentinean partner Federico Coria lost their doubles clash on Wednesday night in front of a home crowd.

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Manchester United hero set to begin professional career in new sport

One cult Manchester United hero has hung up his boots... in favour of a completely different ball game

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Former Man Utd Striker Diego Forlan to Make Pro Tennis Debut at 45

Diego Forlán will compete at the Uruguay Open in the ATP Challenger tournament alongside Federico Coria.

The Times of India

Former Uruguay striker Diego Forlan to play in professional tennis tournament

Diego Forlan, the former Uruguayan soccer star who had a successful career with clubs like Manchester United and Atletico Madrid, is set to compete in the doubles event at the upcoming Uruguay Open tennis tournament in November, as confirmed by the organizers on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Ex-Man Utd forward Diego Forlan set for professional tennis debut in Montevideo

The 45-year-old, who retired from football in 2019, was a promising junior tennis player.

The Independent UK

Diego Forlan to make professional tennis debut aged 45

The former Man United and Atletico Madrid star has competed on the ITF Masters tennis tour since 2023

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Diego Forlan Celebrates Son's 5th Birthday in Heartwarming Family Moment

Diego Forlan shares a heartwarming family moment celebrating his son's 5th birthday, capturing the joy and love in an adorable picture on Instagram. #Famil...

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