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Germany · 2002–08Michael Ballack
Rating
89
Caps
98
Goals
42
Life
1976
Clubs
Bayer 04 Leverkusen, FC Bayern Munich, Chelsea
Honours
national Player of the Year 2002 · national Player of the Year 2003 · national Player of the Year 2005
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Editorial rank of 33 for Germany
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The people's rank, live from duel votes
A commanding and complete midfielder, Ballack was a dynamic leader who drove Germany to the World Cup final in 2002 and the Euro final in 2008, enjoying a stellar club career across Europe. Career record: 98 caps and 42 goals for Germany; club career at Bayer 04 Leverkusen, FC Bayern Munich, Chelsea; honours include national Player of the Year 2002, national Player of the Year 2003, national Player of the Year 2005.