Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Footballer with a record at Borussia Dortmund

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - Footballer with a record at Borussia Dortmund
Born

June 18th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Gabon

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Born in France and representing Gabon internationally, played as a striker, primarily for Borussia Dortmund and Arsenal. Gained recognition for exceptional speed and goal-scoring ability. Achieved significant success in the Bundesliga, winning the DFB-Pokal in 2017 and becoming the league's top scorer in the 2016-2017 season. Transferred to Arsenal and secured the FA Cup in 2020. Contributed to Gabon's national team in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and served as team captain.

Won the Bundesliga top scorer award in 2017

Secured the DFB-Pokal with Borussia Dortmund in 2017

Won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2020

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