Happy birthday! Michel Platini turns 71 today

The iconic and legendary footballer turns 71 on Sunday, Jun. 21, 2026.

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UEFA President Michel Platini is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed footballers of his generation.

Popular footballer Michel Platini has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Platini, a cultural icon

Born in Jœuf on June 21, 1955, Michel Platini's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Platini'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 Michel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Michel Platini as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Michel, you're the best!

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