Daniel Van Buyten
Awards & Honours
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Daniel Van Buyten's career is marked by a historic achievement: he became the first Belgian to win the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich in 2013. That season, Bayern completed the treble, winning the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League. Van Buyten's role as a reliable anchor in defense was crucial to the team's success. His 83 caps for Belgium and appearances in two World Cups also stand as a testament to his longevity and consistency at the international level.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
UEFA Legends Lounge feature
Featured in UEFA's Legends Lounge video series, recognizing his status as a notable figure in European football history.
First Belgian to win the Champions League with Bayern Munich
Historic distinction for Belgian football.
Records & Feats
First Belgian to win the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich
Van Buyten became the first Belgian player to win the Champions League with Bayern Munich in 2013.