Michael Ballack is a retired German professional footballer, known for his versatility, leadership, and goal-scoring ability from midfield. He is regarded as one of the greatest German players of his generation.
Ballack played for several top clubs, including Bayern Munich and Chelsea FC, winning multiple league titles and domestic cups. Internationally, he earned 98 caps for the German national team, scoring 42 goals. As Germany’s captain, he led the team to the 2002 FIFA World Cup final and the UEFA Euro 2008 final.
In 2010, Ballack was appointed as a Non-Violence Ambassador, reflecting his commitment to promoting peace and unity through sport.
The Non-Violence Project Foundation is a non-profit organization with special consultative status to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
