Edinson Cavani
Uruguayan footballer, Manchester United
Born
February 14th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Uruguay
Links & References
A professional footballer with a prolific career, made significant contributions at the club and international levels. Starting his youth career at Danubio, progressed to play for Palermo in Italy and later for Napoli, where goalscoring was highlighted with a Serie A title. Later joined Paris Saint-Germain, achieving numerous domestic titles and becoming the club's all-time leading goalscorer. Competed for Uruguay in multiple Copa América tournaments and the FIFA World Cup, adding to his reputation as a forward with remarkable finishing ability.
Won multiple Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain
Scored over 200 goals for Paris Saint-Germain
Achieved the Serie A title with Napoli
Represented Uruguay in FIFA World Cup 2014 and 2018
Other People Born on February 14th
Callix Crabbe
Played as an infielder in Major League Baseball and had a stint with the San Diego Padres. Originally from the Virgin Islands, he showcased his skills in various baseball leagues, contributing to the teams with versatility and athleticism. His career included time in the minor leagues, where he aimed to refine his craft and make an impact on the field.
Continue ReadingTyler Clippard
A professional baseball player with a career primarily as a relief pitcher, achieved recognition during tenure with the Washington Nationals. Made a significant mark in Major League Baseball through consistent performance on the mound. Contributed to teams including the New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics, and Arizona Diamondbacks. Selected as an All-Star in 2011 and became known for effective strikeout ability and durability throughout the seasons.
Continue ReadingJim Jefferies
This individual is an Australian comedian and actor. Stand-up routines often feature personal anecdotes and social commentary. Created and starred in the television series 'Legit', which aired from 2013 to 2014. Known for the late-night comedy show 'The Jim Jefferies Show' that premiered in 2017 on Comedy Central, where topical issues were discussed with humor. In addition to stand-up specials, appearances in films include 'Me and My Mates vs. The Zombie Apocalypse'.
Continue ReadingFritz Zwicky
Born in Switzerland, Zwicky made significant contributions to astrophysics and cosmology. He developed the concept of dark matter and introduced the term 'supernova' to describe stellar explosions. His work on galaxy clusters led to the discovery of gravitational lensing, a phenomenon where light from distant objects is bent by massive foreground galaxies. Zwicky's research provided crucial insights into the mass distribution of galaxies and the structure of the universe. He also contributed to the development of the TFO method for tracing cosmic rays, which helped further the understanding of particle physics.
Continue ReadingDerek Norris
Played as a catcher in Major League Baseball, debuting in 2012. Primarily associated with the Oakland Athletics and later played for the San Diego Padres and Tampa Bay Rays. Contributed to the Athletics' playoff run and showcased strong offensive skills during his career. Achieved significant recognition for defensive abilities behind the plate, particularly in framing pitches and managing pitching staff.
Continue ReadingKevin Keegan
A former professional footballer and manager, gained prominence during a career that included playing for Liverpool and Southampton. As a player, achieved notable success in the 1970s and 1980s, contributing to Liverpool's dominance in domestic and European competitions. After retiring from playing, transitioned into management, guiding teams such as Newcastle United and the England national team. Established a reputation for an attacking style of play and building strong team dynamics.
Continue Reading