Luis Figo is a retired Portuguese professional football player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of his generation. He was born on November 4, 1972, in Almada, Portugal.


Figo's career as a professional footballer spanned over 20 years, during which he played as a midfielder. He began his career with Sporting CP in Portugal before moving to FC Barcelona in 1995, where he achieved considerable success. Figo played for Barcelona for five seasons and was an integral part of the team that won numerous domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1997.


In 2000, Figo made a controversial transfer to Barcelona's arch-rivals, Real Madrid, for a then-world record transfer fee of €60 million. At Real Madrid, Figo continued to excel, helping the team win multiple La Liga titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2002. He played alongside other football legends such as Zinedine Zidane, Ronaldo, and Roberto Carlos.


On the international stage, Figo represented the Portuguese national team and earned over 120 caps, making him one of the most capped players in Portuguese football history. He participated in several major tournaments, including four UEFA European Championships and two FIFA World Cups.


After retiring from professional football in 2009, Figo has been involved in various football-related activities, including ambassadorial roles, business ventures, and charity work. He remains a respected figure in the football community and is considered one of Portugal's greatest footballers.

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