Diego Forlan

Athlete

Uruguay

1979 - Present

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There were great players at United, and I just didn't have the chance to play, which was fair. It was difficult getting into the team, that's all.
Diego Forlan
Sometimes, in the last minute, against big teams... you never expect you have the chance to win, but there is that 'garra' that everyone talks about.
Diego Forlan
Luis Suarez is one of the best players in the national team - and in the world, in fact.
Diego Forlan
Even as a kid, I'd kick a tennis ball against a wall with both feet for hours. That was one way to become two-footed.
Diego Forlan
When I see some of the pitches which my father played on, I think that it must have been a different game.
Diego Forlan
When Atletico wanted to sell me, I was told that I earned too much money and they wanted me off the wage bill. I liked that honesty.
Diego Forlan
As a player, if a club is desperate to sign you, then you can benefit from that. Desperate clubs are prepared to pay more money; they are prepared to act decisively and play you.
Diego Forlan
If nerves undo you, then you're unlikely to make it as a top footballer.
Diego Forlan
It's hard to know when to call it a day as a footballer.
Diego Forlan
I've played as a lone striker and enjoyed it, especially if you have good supporting players around you. But a full season by myself? That would be hard.
Diego Forlan