MVP


The Atletico Madrid striker scored five goals as Uruguay exceeded expectations to reach the semi-finals before losing the third-place play-off 3-2 to Germany.

Forlan also finished in a four-way tie with Thomas Muller, Wesley Sneijder and David Villa for the Golden Boot ・an award Muller took on a tie-break thanks to having more assists.

And the former Manchester United man admits he is stunned at the accolade of being named the tournament's best star.

He said: "It's as great as it is unexpected.

"I never even imagined something like this, nor did I have my sights set on it.

"As I'm a striker, I perhaps could have seen myself chasing the Golden Boot, and in fact I came close. That would have been more normal.

"I'm enjoying it and I'm delighted, but I'm very aware it's the result of the spectacular tournament the team has had. It's another reward for this positive period for Uruguayan football."

After learning of the win, Forlan's Uruguay team-mates charged into the striker's room to congratulate him before throwing him into the hotel swimming pool in celebration.

He added: "It was incredible how they all came to my room to congratulate me.

"The fact that my team-mates and a lot of people back home in Uruguay pinned their hopes on me, and I was able to repay that faith out on the pitch while being just another member of the team, makes me feel very happy.

"I'd also like to highlight those lads who didn't play much or didn't feature at all. Those guys make up the backbone of the squad and this award is for them too."

要約　ウルグアイのフォルランがワールドカップのMVPに選ばれたフォルランは5ゴールを決めておりドイツとの3位決定戦でもゴールを決めた。フォルランは’今までMVPが取れると想像もしてなかった。チームメイトのおかげさ’と語った。

感想　個人的にも好きな選手だったのでMVPに選ばれてよかった。チームメイトのおかげというあたりがさすがベテランと感じた。

単語　incredible 変わった　squad チーム