Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Footballer with a record at Borussia Dortmund
Born
June 18th, 1989
35 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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