Former Man Utd Star Diego Forlan Hospitalized with Broken Ribs in Veterans Match
Diego Forlan, the former Manchester United striker, has been hospitalized after sustaining three broken ribs. The incident occurred during a veterans match in Uruguay, specifically in the over-40s Liga Universitaria, on a Saturday afternoon.
Details of the Incident
At 46 years old, Forlan was participating in a game for Old Boys against Old Christians. The match ended with a score of 4-1 in favor of Old Boys. However, Forlan’s day took a turn for the worse after a collision with an opposing player.
The fall caused Forlan significant pain, leading to his immediate hospitalization. While in the emergency room, doctors diagnosed him with three broken ribs along with a partially-collapsed lung, which necessitated draining fluid from his lung.
Recovery and Current Condition
Despite the severity of his injuries, Forlan stated that there was “no bad intention” from the player involved in the incident. He is reportedly recovering well in the hospital and is expected to remain there until Tuesday.
Forlan’s Football Career
Diego Forlan is renowned as one of football’s iconic strikers. Before his injury, he maintained an active role in veterans football. His professional career included notable stints with clubs such as Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan, and Villarreal. Forlan made headlines at Manchester United, where he transferred from Independiente in 2002 for £7 million.
- Goals at Manchester United: 17 in three years
- Transitional success at Villarreal: 25 goals in his first season
- Atletico Madrid: 96 goals, including a Europa League title
- International Career: 36 goals in 112 caps
- Awards: Golden Ball at the 2010 World Cup
After retiring in 2019, he took on coaching roles and continued to stay in shape through veterans matches in Uruguay. It is evident that Diego Forlan has left a remarkable legacy in the football world, both on club and international stages.
