Jari Litmanen

Finnish footballer, Champions League winner

Jari Litmanen - Finnish footballer, Champions League winner
Born

February 20th, 1971
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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Litmanen started his professional career at MyPa before moving to Europe, where significant contributions were made at Ajax. During his time at Ajax, he helped the team secure the UEFA Champions League in 1995. He was also part of the Finnish national team, representing the country in over 100 matches and becoming a key figure in Finnish football history. Litmanen played for several clubs including Barcelona and Liverpool, showcasing versatility and skill in various attacking positions.

Won UEFA Champions League with Ajax in 1995

Played over 100 matches for the Finnish national team

Contributed to Ajax’s dominance in the 1990s

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