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Luís Figo
Winning the Ballon d’Or and starring on the wing for Barcelona, Real Madrid and Portugal.
Ballon d’Or · Champions League
- Born
- 4 November 1972
- Birthplace
- Almada, Portugal
More people
Luís Figo
A Portuguese winger known for dribbling, crossing and controlling the pace of attacks. His move between Spain’s biggest rivals became one of football’s most contentious transfers.
Early life
Lisbon-area upbringing
Grew up in Almada and played local youth football.
Sporting academy
Developed at Sporting CP before making his senior debut.
Career
- 1989–1995
Sporting CP
Established himself in Portuguese football.
- 1995–2000
Barcelona
Won league titles and European honours.
- 2000–2005
Real Madrid
Moved to Barcelona’s rival and won the Champions League.
- 2005–2009
Inter Milan
Finished his playing career with domestic success in Italy.
Achievements
Ballon d’Or
Received the award during his move between Spanish clubs.
Champions League
Won the final with Real Madrid.
European Championship final
Helped Portugal reach the final on home soil.
Beyond football
Foundation
Established a foundation supporting children and young people.
Public roles
Worked in football administration and charitable matches after retirement.
Sources & photo credit
Life, career and references ↗Ballon d’Or award record ↗Photo: Žan Kolman. Public domain · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
