Forlan and Uruguayan glory, a family affair

Getty ImagesDiego Forlan’s family and the Uruguayan national team are inextricably linked, with the current Celeste star’s father, Pablo Forlan, and his grandfather, Juan Carlos Corazzo, having both enjoyed success in the iconic sky-blue shirt.

Far from letting their fame weigh heavy on his shoulders, Diego has made his own contribution to the footballing history of a nation that, when compared to the relative populations and geographical size of neighbours and rivals Brazil and Argentina, has traditionally punched far above its weight.

Chosen as the best player at the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

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