Kaká

Brazilian footballer and FIFA World Cup winner

Kaká - Brazilian footballer and FIFA World Cup winner
Born

April 22nd, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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A professional footballer played primarily as an attacking midfielder. Achieved global recognition for skills and contributions to club and national teams. Played for São Paulo FC, AC Milan, and Orlando City SC. Instrumental in AC Milan winning the UEFA Champions League in 2007 and earning the FIFA World Player of the Year award in the same year. Represented the Brazil national team, contributing to the victory in the 2002 FIFA World Cup.

Won the FIFA World Cup with Brazil in 2002

Secured the UEFA Champions League title with AC Milan in 2007

Received the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 2007

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