World Cup awards

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Forlan, Muller

Best Player

Diego Forlan was named Best Player at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The Uruguay striker topped the prestigious poll of accredited media representatives ahead of The Netherlands' Wesley Sneijder and Spain hitman David Villa. The 31-year-old Forlan took the starring role in his country's heroic performance at the World Cup finals.

Golden Boot

Thomas Muller's opening goal for Germany against Uruguay in the third-place play-off proved enough to earn the Bayern Munich starlet the Adidas Golden Boot. Muller finished on five goals at the World Cup, but claimed the top scorer accolade thanks to no fewer than three assists, leaving him ahead of Spain marksman David Villa and Dutch hitman Wesley Sneijder, both of whom finished on five goals but with only one assist apiece.

Golden Glove

The Spain keeper Iker Casillas conceded just two goals at South Africa 2010. Under pressure after La Roja opened up with a shock defeat to Switzerland, Casillas answered his critics with a string of superb displays that proved crucial to his Spain's World Cup victory they long dreamed about.

Best Young Player

Thomas Muller was named the Hyundai Best Young Player for his performances in South Africa in which he helped Germany to a third place finish.