Christian Eriksen
Danish footballer, UEFA Euro 2020 player
This footballer began a professional career in 2010 with Ajax in the Eredivisie, winning three league titles and the KNVB Cup. In 2013, transferred to Tottenham Hotspur, helping the team reach the UEFA Champions League final in 2019. After a successful stint in England, joined Inter Milan in 2020, contributing to the club's Serie A title in 2021. During UEFA Euro 2020, suffered a cardiac arrest during a match against Finland, which drew global attention. Subsequently recovered and returned to professional football in 2021 with Brentford.
Winning three Eredivisie titles with Ajax
Reaching UEFA Champions League final with Tottenham Hotspur
Winning Serie A title with Inter Milan
Surviving cardiac arrest during UEFA Euro 2020
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Nils Olaf Chrisander
Swedish actor and film director
Born
February 14th, 1884 141 years ago
Died
June 5th, 1947 78 years ago — 63 years old
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Cyclist and sportscaster with victories
Born
February 14th, 1964 61 years ago
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Tyrant of Siena
Born
February 14th, 1452 573 years ago
Died
May 21st, 1512 513 years ago — 60 years old
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Swiss footballer with Bundesliga success
Born
February 14th, 1997 28 years ago
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Countess Palatine and noblewoman
Born
February 14th, 1640 385 years ago
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Moghul emperor and founder of the dynasty
Born
February 14th, 1483 542 years ago
Died
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