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How many goals did Platini?

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Emma Martin

Published Feb 09, 2026

How many goals did Platini?

In 72 appearances for France from 1976 to 1987, including 49 appearances as captain, Platini scored 41 times, a record for the French national team, which has since only been surpassed by Thierry Henry after scoring his 42nd and 43rd national team goals against Lithuania in a Euro 2008 qualifying match on 17 October …

What did Platini do?

Platini is suspected of being an accomplice to criminal mismanagement, of misappropriation and forgery, but has repeatedly denied wrongdoing. FIFA banned the Frenchman from all football-related activities for eight years before the suspension was reduced to four by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

How good was Platini?

Platini was an incredible attacking midfielder or playmaker, the typical number 10. He was known for his elegant technique, killing smart passes, flawless penalty kicks and free kicks. His goal rate is astonishing for a midfielder as well – 224 goals scored in 432 games.

How old is Platini?

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

Did Platini play Kuwait?

Yes, we are talking about Michel Platini, who broke his retirement and played a match for Kuwait. This French legend made 72 appearances for France and scored 41 goals. He announced his international retirement in 1987. But the French legend represented Kuwait in his very last match.

What did Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini do?

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini charged with fraud in Switzerland over £1.35m payment. The former Fifa officials Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini were charged with fraud and other offences by Swiss prosecutors on Tuesday after investigating a controversial payment of 2m Swiss francs (about £1.35m) for six years.

Was Zidane better than Platini?

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…).

Why did Platini play for Kuwait?

Well, the three-time Ballon d’Or winner came out of retirement to play for Kuwait against the Soviet Union later in 1988. He was specially requested by the Kuwait Emir to represent the national side and he accepted the offer. The match was held on November 27, 1988. The international friendly match was held in Kuwait.

Is Michel Platini married?

Christelle PlatiniMichel Platini / Spouse (m. 1977)

Why did Platini played for Kuwait?

Will Platini go to jail?

The 85-year-old Blatter and 65-year-old Platini now face a trial within months at a federal criminal court in Bellinzona. They could be jailed for several years if found guilty. Swiss federal prosecutors said in a statement: “This payment damaged Fifa’s assets and unlawfully enriched Platini.”