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World Cup review, Part II: The trials of group A and Bafana’s lasting legacy

Sport Luke Feltham - 18 May 2020

With a world-class gauntlet laid out in front of them, could South Africa make an expectant nation proud?

Uruguay striker Forlan retires from international football

Article Reuters - 12 Mar 2015

"It was a very difficult decision, having worn the Uruguay shirt for so many years, more than I could have dreamed of," the 35-year-old striker said.

Forlan honoured with Golden Ball award

Article Staff Reporter - 12 Jul 2010

Uruguay's Diego Forlan received the Golden Ball award as the Player of the Tournament after scoring five goals in seven Soccer World Cup matches.

Fantastic Mr Forlán

Article Joe Opio - 6 Jul 2010

To many Diego Forlán sneaked into South Africa masquerading as an anonymous footballer seeking fame and fortune at the Soccer World Cup.

Bafana blown away

Article Staff Reporter - 18 Jun 2010

Neither a freezing wind nor blasting vuvuzelas could help as Uruguay ruthlessly exposed the home team's weaknesses.

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