Mesut Ozil - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 15, 1988 |
|---|---|
| Age | 37 |
| Birthplace | Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Mesut Ozil's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Celebrated for his exceptional playmaking ability and assists, Özil gained global recognition as a midfielder. He became prominent during his stint at Real Madrid and solidified his reputation at Arsenal. He is also known as a World Cup winner with the German national team in 2014. |
Intro
Mesut Özil is a German former professional footballer, widely regarded for his technical skills, creativity, and vision as a midfielder. Özil played key roles at major European clubs, most notably Real Madrid and Arsenal, and was an integral part of Germany’s FIFA World Cup-winning squad in 2014.
Early Life & Background
Mesut Özil was born into a Turkish-German family in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. He began playing football at a young age, joining several youth clubs in his hometown before joining the youth academy of Schalke 04, where he began his professional career.
Career Highlights
- Won the FIFA World Cup with Germany in 2014 [1][2].
- Played for major clubs including Schalke 04, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, Arsenal, and Fenerbahçe [1][3].
- La Liga champion with Real Madrid in the 2011–12 season [1].
- Multiple FA Cup wins with Arsenal (2013–14, 2014–15, 2016–17) [1][3].
- Ranked top assister in several seasons at club and international levels [2][3].
Trivia
- Özil is of Turkish descent and has spoken publicly about integrating his heritage with his German upbringing [1][2].
- Retired from international football in 2018, citing unfair treatment and racism in German media and football administration [1][2].
FAQs
People also ask
Mesut Ozil is 37 years old.
Mesut Ozil was born the 15 October 1988.
Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, West Germany.
On His Birth-Day
About October 15th, 1988, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 15, 1988, Kirk Gibson hit a memorable pinch-hit home run in Game 1 of the World Series, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-4 victory over the Oakland Athletics.
- Day of the week: October 15th, 1988 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Red Red Wine '88 by UB40
- #1 UK song: One Moment In Time by Whitney Houston
- Popular movie: Die Hard directed by John McTiernan
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