Ballack is a German footballer who currently plays for Chelsea and heading his German National Team as the captain. He is celebrated among the top goal scorers in the history of his international team. Ballack has been loyal to the number 13, as he has worn the number 13 shirt for every team he has played for since 1999. He was pronounced by Pelé as one of FIFA's 100 Greatest Living Players, and as the UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year in 2002. He has awarded with the title of the German Footballer of the Year award three consecutive times - 2002, 2003 and 2005.