French attacking midfielder and three-time Ballon d'Or winner who led France to the 1984 European Championship.
Background
Born in Joeuf, France, Platini began his career at Nancy before moving to Saint-Etienne and then to Juventus in 1982, where he played for five seasons.
Career
At Juventus he won two Serie A titles, the 1985 European Cup, and the Cup Winners’ Cup. For France he was the top scorer at Euro 1984 with nine goals in five matches, a record that still stands for the tournament.
Style of play
A creative playmaker with elegant passing and dead-ball skill, Platini combined long-range shooting with the ability to arrive late in the box and score from midfield.
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