Who Is Franck Ribéry? Age, Biography and Wiki
Franck Ribéry, born on April 7, 1983, in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France, is a celebrated retired footballer known for his exceptional skills on the pitch. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Ribéry gained fame primarily during his time at Bayern Munich, where he won numerous titles and accolades. As of 2025, Ribéry is 42 years old. He has not only excelled in football but has also become a prominent figure in charity and business-related activities after his retirement.
| Occupation | Footballer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 7, 1983 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Boulogne-sur-Mer, France |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | France |
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Franck Ribéry's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing at 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) tall and weighing around 70 kg (154 lbs), Franck Ribéry possesses a compact physique that contributed to his agility and quickness on the field. His athletic build and dedicated fitness routine allowed him to maneuver through defenses and maintain a competitive edge throughout his career.
Ribéry extended his contract with Bayern Munich by another year to June 2018, on 27 November 2016. On 17 September, Ribéry was involved in all Bayern's goal as he provided three assists to Robert Lewandowski, Xabi Alonso and Rafinha's goals to beat FC Ingolstadt 04 with a 3–1 victory.
In the middle of the season, he suffered a thigh injury which kept him out from the pitch for almost four weeks. He made his comeback in a 3–0 DFB-Pokal quarter-final victory over Schalke 04 on 2 March 2017. Ribéry scored five goals and provided seventeen assists in this season.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Franck Ribéry is happily married to Wahiba Ribéry since 2008. The couple has four children together, making family life a significant part of Ribéry's identity. His relationship with Wahiba has remained strong, and they often support each other in various charitable endeavors. There have been no publicly known rumors of extramarital affairs or relationships outside of marriage.
When he was two years old, he and his family were involved in a car accident in his hometown, colliding with a lorry; he suffered serious facial injuries that resulted in more than one hundred stitches and which left two long scars down the right side of his face, and another across his brows.
Prior to joining Stade Brestois in 2003, he worked as a construction worker with his father, which Ribéry referred to as a "learning experience".
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Franck Ribéry's net worth is estimated to be around $70 million. This impressive figure stems from his successful football career, lucrative contracts, endorsements, and business ventures. Even after retirement, Ribéry continues to earn through various sponsorships and his investments in sports-related businesses, further solidifying his financial status.
Ribéry left the club in March due to problems with salary payments. In April 2003 he was put on trial by SM Caen during a friendly match against Laval. He also had an unsuccessful trial with Guingamp.
Following the season, despite finishing safe, Alès were relegated to the Division d'Honneur, the sixth division of French football, by the DNCG after the club declared bankruptcy. In June Ribery signed with Stade Brest, another Championnat National club.
At Brest, Ribéry established himself as a premier player in the league appearing in 35 league matches scoring three goals. Ribéry's performance and the team as a whole led to the club finishing second in the league, thus earning promotion to Ligue 2.
Career, Business and Investments
Franck Ribéry's football career began at a young age, making his professional debut in 2001. He became a household name during his stint with Bayern Munich from 2007 to 2019, where he won numerous Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Champions League. After his successful career in Europe, he played for Fiorentina in Italy before transitioning into a life beyond football.
Post-retirement, Ribéry has ventured into a variety of business activities, including restaurant ownership and participating in charity events. He has also invested in youth football programs, aiming to support the next generation of footballers.
Ribéry's career began in 1989 as a youth player for local hometown club FC Conti Boulogne. He left the club after seven years to join professional outfit Lille, but departed the club after three years after having difficulties adjusting. In 1999, Ribéry joined US Boulogne, where he played for two years.
After spending two more years in the amateur divisions with two clubs (Alès and Brest), Ribéry earned a move to Ligue 1 club Metz in 2004. After six months with the club, Ribéry moved to Turkey in January 2005 to join Galatasaray, where he won the Turkish Cup.
After six months at Galatasaray, he departed the club in controversial fashion in order to return to France to join Marseille. Ribéry spent two seasons at the club, helping OM reach the final of the Coupe de France in back-to-back seasons.
Social Network
Franck Ribéry is quite active on social media platforms, particularly Instagram and Twitter. He uses these platforms to connect with fans, share insights into his daily life, advocate for charitable causes, and promote his business ventures. With millions of followers, Ribéry remains a prominent figure in the digital space.
On 20 June, an emotional Ribéry appeared alongside Domenech on TF1's football show Téléfoot to dispel rumours associated with the team and to also apologise to supporters for the national team's performance over the past two years, stating, "We [France] are suffering at the moment," and, "I would like to say sorry to the whole country." The foll
owing day, the team boycotted a training session in response to Anelka's expulsion and, on 21 June, returned to training without incident.
In the team's final group stage match against the hosts South Africa, Ribéry assisted on the team's only goal of the competition, scored by Florent Malouda. France, however, lost the match 2–1, which resulted in the team's elimination from the competition.
On 6 August, Ribéry was one of five players summoned to attend a hearing held by the Disciplinary Committee of the French Football Federation (FFF) in response to the team's strike held at the World Cup. On 17 August, he received a three-match international ban for his part in the incident.
Ribéry did not attend the hearing due to his parent club's objection.
Education
While Franck Ribéry’s formal education is less known, his dedication to football from a young age meant he focused primarily on his athletic pursuits. He honed his skills through practice and experience, ultimately becoming one of the most respected players in the history of French football.
