Luis Figo

Luis Figo is a Portuguese former professional footballer who was considered the world's best player and the most expensive player at his peak.

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Birth Name :

Luis Filipe Madeira Caeiro Figo

Profession :

Soccer Player

Birthday :

November 4, 1972

Star Sign :

Scorpio

Age :

52

Birthplace :

Almada, Portugal

Luís Figo, a renowned Portuguese former footballer, played as a winger for Sporting CP, Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Inter Milan. With 127 caps for Portugal’s national team, he is considered one of the best players of his generation. Figo gained fame as the first Portuguese player to win the Ballon d’Or in 2000, the FIFA World Player of the Year award in 2001, and inclusion in Pelé’s FIFA 100 list in 2004. His accomplishments include leading Real Madrid to a La Liga victory in the 2002-2003 season and reaching the semifinals of UEFA Euro 2000 and FIFA World Cup 2006 with Portugal’s national team. Notably, Figo played for both Spanish rival clubs, Barcelona and Real Madrid. He is also launching LF, a men’s lifestyle and fashion brand. At his peak, Figo was considered the world’s best and most expensive player, having played over 900 games, scored more than 150 goals, and won eight league titles.