Divock Origi

Belgian footballer, UEFA Champions League winner

Divock Origi - Belgian footballer, UEFA Champions League winner
Born

April 18th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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Born in 1995, this footballer began his professional career with Lille OSC in France, where he showcased talent as a forward. A notable moment came during a stint with Liverpool FC, where contributions included crucial goals in key matches. Achievements included winning the UEFA Champions League in 2019, with a memorable brace in the semifinal against FC Barcelona. The footballer also represented the Belgian national team, participating in major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.

Winning the UEFA Champions League in 2019

Scoring in the 2019 UEFA Champions League semifinal against FC Barcelona

Playing for the Belgian national team in World Cups

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