Pavel Nedvěd

Czech footballer and Ballon d'Or winner

Pavel Nedvěd - Czech footballer and Ballon d'Or winner
Born

August 30th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Born in 1972, this retired footballer played primarily as a midfielder. He began his professional career at Sigma Olomouc before transferring to Sparta Prague. Notably, spent the majority of his career at Lazio and Juventus, winning several domestic and international titles. Achieved international recognition by representing the Czech Republic in multiple UEFA European Championships and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Awarded the Ballon d'Or in 2003, solidifying his status as one of the elite players of his era.

Won the Ballon d'Or in 2003

Secured multiple Serie A titles with Juventus

Claimed Coppa Italia titles with Lazio

Played in the 2006 FIFA World Cup

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