Platini
A look back at the career of Michel Platini, an iconic figure and legend of French and world soccer, featuring testimonials from former teammates and opponents.
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Goal scorer, playmaker, captain, coach, president: in the world of soccer, Michel Platini has worn many hats. This documentary series traces the career of this iconic figure, from Saint-Étienne to Turin. Former teammates and opponents—including Zico, Alain Giresse, Luis Fernández, Patrick Battiston, and Maxime Bossis—share their stories.
1.Aldo’s son
23-08-202629 minAt age 27, Michel Platini set off into the unknown to join Juventus in Turin. Settling in proved much more difficult than expected. But the French No. 10 had no intention of giving...
2.Becoming Platini
23-08-202631 minIn 1975, France was a minor player on the world soccer stage when a young playmaker began to make a name for himself at Nancy. He quickly became the leader who was expected to lead...
3.Always Win
23-08-202631 minTensions rose when the new leader of Les Bleus was unable to prevent a disastrous start to the 1982 World Cup. In a now-legendary semifinal against Germany, and during the European...
4.The Haunted King
30-08-202628 minPlatini was criticized in France for leaving to play in Turin, but was adored in Italy, where he is now nicknamed “The King.” There, he shone against Maradona, Zico, and Rummenigge...
5.New worlds
30-08-202628 minPlatini became a global superstar by winning the Intercontinental Cup in Japan, leading the French national team at the World Cup in Mexico, launching his own television show, and...
6.Politics
30-08-202632 minWith his soccer career over at just 32, Platini was named head coach of the French national team. Soon after, he entered the world of politics. In 2007, his election as president o...
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