Youri Tielemans

Belgian footballer and midfielder

Youri Tielemans - Belgian footballer and midfielder
Born

May 7th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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A professional footballer from Belgium, played primarily as a midfielder. Began his youth career at Anderlecht, making his senior debut at 16. Transferred to Monaco in 2017, where he continued to develop his skills in Ligue 1. Joined Leicester City in 2019 and played a pivotal role in their 2021 FA Cup victory, scoring the winning goal in the final against Chelsea at Wembley Stadium. Represented the Belgium national team in multiple international tournaments.

FA Cup winner with Leicester City in 2021

Key player for the Belgian national team

Played for AS Monaco in Ligue 1

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