Overview

• The 46-year-old was injured Saturday in the over-40 Liga Universitaria clásico playing for Old Boys against Old Christians, a match Old Boys won 4-1.
• Doctors diagnosed fractures of the fourth, fifth and sixth ribs along with a small pneumothorax.
• Forlán described the play as non-violent, saying he lost balance after routine contact and landed awkwardly with his arm against his side.
• He reported severe pain and shortness of breath before being taken to hospital, where a chest drain was placed.
• Retired from professional football since 2019, Forlán has played for Old Boys since 2022, and his return to recreational action will await medical clearance.