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Football Biography

Zinedine Zidane

French · Born 1972

FranceReal MadridWorld Cup
Attacking Midfielder
125
goals
15
trophies

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France's 1998 World Cup-winning captain whose technical mastery and composure made him one of the game's purest talents.

Zinedine Zidane combined a ballet dancer's balance with exceptional football intelligence. His double in the 1998 World Cup final and his 2002 Champions League final volley — voted the greatest goal in UCL history — define a career of extraordinary moments. He later managed Real Madrid to three consecutive Champions League titles.

His 2002 Champions League final volley was voted the best goal in UCL history.

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Career Honours

  • FIFA World Cup 1998
  • UEFA Euro 2000
  • Champions League 2002
  • La Liga 2x
  • Serie A 2x