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Zinedine Zidane — France footballer

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Zinedine Zidane · Zizou

The elegant French maestro who made attacking midfield look like ballet.

Zinedine Zidane, son of Algerian immigrants in Marseille, turned midfield play into an art form with impossible balance and close control.

He led France to the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000, scoring twice in that World Cup final, and won the Ballon d'Or in 1998.

His signature 'roulette' spin and serene first touch made the hardest things look effortless. In Football Cup, France is elegance under pressure.

💡 Fun fact: His balletic control on the ball earned the affectionate nickname “Zizou.” 🎩
Signature
The “roulette” 360° spin turn and a sublime, unteachable first touch.
Why famous
1998 World Cup winner, Euro 2000 champion, and a Ballon d'Or to his name.

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