Happy birthday! Henrik Larsson turns 55 today

Henrik Larsson is celebrating his 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed footballers of his generation.

Popular footballer Henrik Larsson has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Larsson, a cultural icon

Born Henrik Edward Larsson in Helsingborg on September 20, 1971, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Swedish history. Larsson's not just a great footballer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Henrik hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Henrik Larsson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Henrik, you're the best!

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