Christian Poulsen
Danish footballer; UEFA Euro 2004 participant
A professional footballer played as a midfielder. Started career at Aalborg BK before moving to Germany, playing for Schalke 04 and then for Sevilla FC in Spain. Contributed to the teams' performances in domestic leagues and European competitions. Represented the national team in UEFA Euro 2004 and FIFA World Cup 2010. Closed career in FC Copenhagen.
Participated in UEFA Euro 2004
Played for Sevilla FC
Competed in FIFA World Cup 2010
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Algerian middle-distance runner, Olympian
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February 28th, 1970 55 years ago
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February 28th, 1969 56 years ago
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February 28th, 1969 56 years ago
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February 28th, 1977 48 years ago
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