Franck Ribéry
Footballer and 2013 UEFA Best Player
Born
April 7th, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Played as a winger in professional football, primarily with Olympique de Marseille and Bayern Munich. Achieved significant success at Bayern Munich, contributing to multiple Bundesliga titles and a UEFA Champions League trophy. Also represented the French national team, participating in major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship.
Won the 2013 UEFA Champions League
Secured six Bundesliga titles with Bayern Munich
Received the 2013 UEFA Best Player in Europe award
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