Michele Platini
Michele Platini is a former French football player and administrator, renowned for his exceptional skills as a midfielder during his playing career with clubs such as Juventus and the French national team. He won the Ballon d'Or three times in the 1980s and is celebrated for his vision, passing ability, and leadership on the field. After retiring, Platini served as the president of UEFA from 2007 until 2015, where he played a crucial role in shaping European football. His tenure was marred by controversy, leading to a ban from football activities due to allegations of corruption. Recently, he has been in the news regarding past decisions and sanctions imposed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), highlighting ongoing discussions around governance in football.
Born on Jun 21, 1955 (70 years old)
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Michele Platini was sanctioned by the CAS for his involvement in a high-profile case.
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