Eric Bailly
Professional Footballer for Manchester United
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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Born
April 12th, 1948 78 years ago
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American politician, 19th Governor of Massachusetts
Born
April 12th, 1796 230 years ago
Died
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Born
April 12th, 1710 316 years ago
Died
1783 243 years ago — 73 years old
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Born
April 12th, 1942 84 years ago
Died
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April 12th, 1794 232 years ago
Died
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King of Denmark and Norway
Born
April 12th, 1577 449 years ago
Died
1648 378 years ago — 71 years old
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