What did Michel Platini do wrong?

What did Michel Platini do wrong?

In 2015, the world governing body FIFA banned Platini, who at the time was its vice-president, over a payment of two million Swiss francs (€1.8 million, $2 million at the current exchange rate), which he’d received from then-FIFA President Sepp Blatter in 2011.

What is Michel Platini famous for?

Michel Platini, in full Michel François Platini, (born June 21, 1955, Joeuf, France), French professional football (soccer) player and administrator who was named the European Footballer of the Year three times (1983–85) and served as president of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA; 2007–16).

Did Platini win the Euros?

The France team that won Euro 84 was not just about Platini – he was one quarter of their formidable Carré Magique midfield alongside Jean Tigana, Alain Giresse and Luis Fernández – but he was the star of that tournament, scoring in all five of France’s matches on his way to lifting the Henri Delaunay trophy in Paris.

Who was better Platini or Zidane?

Zidane was also physically stronger. Both had approximately the same longevity at the highest level – perhaps a bit longer for Zidane (1994-06) than for Platini (1976-86) but Platini had clearly a higher (and longer) ‘absolute peak’ (hard to say… but I would say 1977-78 then from 1980 to 1985…).

What does Platini do now?

Disgraced former UEFA President Michel Platini has confirmed that he is to become the French representative on the Board of FIFPro, the world players’ union in what will be his first role in sports administration since he was banned for alleged ethics breaches.

What happened to Platini?

Platini has been charged with fraud, misappropriation, forgery and as an accomplice to Blatter’s alleged mismanagement. Platini was not placed under formal investigation until last year, and months later the more serious allegation of fraud was included against both men.

How old is Platini?

66 years (June 21, 1955)Michel Platini / Age

Who is the greatest French footballer?

Player of the Century

Is Zidane the best French player of all time?

Zinedine Zidane – the greatest French player of all time!

Is Michel Platini good?

Regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Platini won the Ballon d’Or three times, in 1983, 1984 and 1985, and came seventh in the FIFA Player of the Century vote. In recognition of his achievements, he was named a Chevalier of the Légion d’honneur in 1985 and became an Officier in 1998.

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