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The speaker is saying that playing for Uruguay was a major part of his career and personal life. He is emphasizing both the number of appearances and the pride he felt in representing his country.
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Originally said in English.
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About Diego Forlan
Uruguayan football manager and former player, born 1979
Diego Martín Forlán Corazo is a Uruguayan football manager and former player. Born in 1979, he is the head coach of the Uruguay national team and the Uruguay under-20 national team, and he is known for a playing career that made him a notable forward of his generation. Called Cachavacha, Forlán was known for his tactical intelligence, his ability to create chances, and his finishing in front of goal. His reputation rests on a style that combined movement, awareness, and technical control, qualities that made him effective both as a scorer and as a creative attacker.
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