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Zinedine Zidane, born on June 23, 1972, in Marseille, France, is a retired professional footballer and currently a highly respected football manager. He is frequently cited as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Zidane began his professional career with AS Cannes before moving to Girondins de Bordeaux. He later played for Juventus and Real Madrid, winning numerous titles, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship with France, and the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid. Zidane is known for his vision, ball control, and scoring ability, particularly his expertise in volleys and headers. He has won numerous individual awards, and after retiring as a player, Zidane transitioned into a successful managerial career with Real Madrid.

AS Cannes: Zidane began his professional career at AS Cannes, making his first-team debut in 1989. Girondins de Bordeaux: His performances at Cannes earned him a move to Bordeaux in 1992, where he helped the team reach the UEFA Cup final in 1996. Juventus: Zidane moved to Juventus in 1996, where he won two Serie A titles and reached the Champions League final twice. Real Madrid: In 2001, Zidane transferred to Real Madrid for a then-world record fee. At Real Madrid, he won the Champions League and La Liga, among other titles. His volleyed goal in the 2002 Champions League final is considered one of the greatest goals in the competition's history.

France National Team: Zidane made his debut for France in 1994. He helped France win the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship, scoring two goals in the World Cup final and being named the Player of the Tournament at the European Championship. Zidane retired from international football after the 2006 World Cup, where he was named the tournament's best player despite his infamous sending off in the final.

Position: Primarily an attacking midfielder but also capable of playing as a forward. Skills: Known for his vision, technique, ball control, and goal-scoring ability. Zidane is celebrated for his elegance on the ball, his ability to control the game from midfield, and his scoring prowess, particularly his volleys and headers.

Family: Zidane is married to Veronique Zidane and they have four sons, who all play football. Philanthropy: Zidane is involved in various charitable activities and has been a UN Goodwill Ambassador. He also participated in charity football matches, including the annual Match Against Poverty.

Zinedine Zidane is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and elegance on the pitch but also for his impact as a manager. His success in both roles and his influence, particularly in his native France, make him one of the most iconic figures in football.

FIFA World Player of the Year: Three-time winner Ballon d'Or: Winner in 1998 UEFA Best European Player: Winner in 2002 Champions League: Winner in 2002 with Real Madrid, and three times consecutively as a manager (2016, 2017, 2018).

Books: Auclair, P. (2002) Zidane: The biography. London: Macmillan. Websites: FIFA: Information about Zinedine Zidane’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com Real Madrid: Details about Zidane’s career at Real Madrid. Available at: https://www.realmadrid.com UEFA: Updates and records of Zidane in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com Articles: BBC Sport: Zinedine Zidane: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football The Guardian: Zinedine Zidane’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/zinedine-zidane Interviews and Documentaries: Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait (2006): Directed by Douglas Gordon and Philippe Parreno. This documentary provides a detailed look at Zidane’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.