Daniel Van Buyten

Belgian footballer and World Cup participant

Daniel Van Buyten - Belgian footballer and World Cup participant
Born

February 7th, 1978
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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A professional footballer played as a central defender. Made significant contributions to various clubs throughout a career in European football. Most notable tenure was at Bayern Munich, where won multiple Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Champions League. Represented the Belgian national team and participated in the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Won UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich

Secured multiple Bundesliga titles with Bayern Munich

Represented Belgium in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

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