Vincent Kompany
Footballer and Manchester City captain
Born
April 10th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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Born in Belgium, a professional footballer primarily played as a central defender. Spent a significant part of a career at Manchester City, where served as captain. Instrumental in leading the team to multiple Premier League titles. Also represented the Belgian national team, earning over 80 caps. After retirement, transitioned to management, taking the role of head coach at Burnley.
Captained Manchester City to four Premier League titles
Represented Belgium in the 2014, 2018 World Cups
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