Christian Ziege
Footballer; UEFA Champions League winner
Born
February 1st, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Born in Germany, a professional footballer had a successful career primarily as a left-back and midfielder. Played for several clubs including Bayern Munich, Borussia Mönchengladbach, AC Milan, and Tottenham Hotspur. Achieved international recognition, representing Germany in various tournaments, including UEFA Euro 1996 and the FIFA World Cup 2002. Won the UEFA Champions League with Borussia Mönchengladbach and the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich.
Won the UEFA Champions League in 1997
Won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich
Represented Germany at the 2002 FIFA World Cup
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