Eric Bailly

Professional Footballer for Manchester United

Eric Bailly - Professional Footballer for Manchester United
Born

April 12th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ivory Coast

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A professional footballer, primarily played as a central defender. Started career at the Ivorian club SEC Club and subsequently moved to Spain, where he joined Villarreal. Transferred to Manchester United in 2016, contributing to the team's defensive lineup. Represented the Ivory Coast national team in multiple international competitions, including the Africa Cup of Nations.

Joined Manchester United in 2016

Won the EFL Cup in 2017 with Manchester United

Played in the UEFA Europa League final in 2017

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