Marouane Fellaini
Footballer, 2018 FA Cup winner
Born
November 22nd, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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A Belgian footballer gained recognition for playing as a midfielder. Started professional career at Standard Liège before moving to Everton in 2008. Played a pivotal role at Manchester United from 2013 to 2019. Contributed to team victories in prestigious tournaments. Notably scored important goals in critical matches. Represented Belgium in international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup.
Won the FA Cup with Manchester United in 2016-2017
Made over 150 appearances for Manchester United
Represented Belgium in the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups
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