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Diego Forlan praises Ronald Araujo for addressing mental health issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:05 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Diego Forlan praises Ronald Araujo for addressing mental health issues

Summary

Diego Forlan commended fellow Uruguayan Ronald Araujo for publicly discussing his mental health challenges. Araujo, currently with Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup, has not played due to a calf injury after previously stepping away from football to focus on his mental well-being. Forlan highlighted the significance of Araujo's openness, noting it helps normalize mental health conversations in sports. Araujo's situation is particularly relevant as he is a prominent figure in football, playing for Barcelona. Forlan aims to use Araujo’s example in teaching both his children and young footballers.

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•Diego Forlan praised Ronald Araujo for addressing mental health issues.
•Araujo is currently at the 2026 World Cup but hasn't played due to injury.
•Forlan believes Araujo's openness promotes important discussions in football.
•Araujo previously stepped away from football to focus on his mental health.
•Forlan intends to use Araujo's example in his role as a football club owner.

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Former Uruguay international Diego Forlan has praised Ronald Araujo for publicly addressing his mental health struggles, describing the FC Barcelona defender’s honesty as an important example for fo...
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