Who was voted European Footballer of the Year for 2000?
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Ronaldo
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Ronaldinho
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David Beckham
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Luis Figo
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Correct answer
Explanation
Luis Figo, the Portuguese winger who played for Barcelona and later Real Madrid, won the Ballon d'Or (European Footballer of the Year) in 2000 after his outstanding performances. His controversial transfer from Barcelona to Real Madrid that same year was one of football's biggest stories. Ronaldo (Brazilian) won in 1997 and 2002, not 2000.