George Weah celebrates birthday

George Weah, the former President of Liberia and legendary footballer, is celebrating his birthday. Born in Monrovia on October 1, 1966, Weah is recognized as one of the most significant African footballers in history.

During his professional career, Weah played for prominent European clubs including Monaco, Paris Saint-Germain, and AC Milan. In 1995, he achieved major international distinction by winning both the Ballon d’Or and the FIFA World Player of the Year award, remaining the only African player to win the latter. He also served as the President of Liberia from 2018 to 2024.