Franck Ribéry

Footballer and 2013 UEFA Best Player

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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