Dwight Yorke
Footballer and coach, Champions League winner
Born
November 3rd, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Trinidad and Tobago
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Born in 1971 in Tobago, this footballer gained prominence playing as a striker. A successful career spanned clubs including Aston Villa, Manchester United, and Sydney FC. At Manchester United, contributed to winning the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League in 1999. Transitioned to coaching and continued involvement in football after retirement, impacting youth development in the sport.
Won the UEFA Champions League in 1999 with Manchester United
Achieved multiple Premier League titles with Manchester United
Played for the Trinidad and Tobago national team in World Cup 2006
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