Michel Platini

Footballer and UEFA President

Michel Platini - Footballer and UEFA President
Born

June 21st, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A prominent footballer and manager, played for AS Nancy, Saint-Étienne, and Juventus during the career. Achieved significant success as a player, winning the Ballon d'Or three times consecutively from 1983 to 1985. After retirement, served as manager of the French national team and later directed UEFA from 2007 to 2015, where oversaw the expansion of the European Championship. Known for leadership in football governance.

Won the Ballon d'Or three times

Led Juventus to multiple Serie A titles

Guided UEFA during significant reforms

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