Zinedine Yazid Zidane, born on June 23, 1972, is a highly esteemed French former professional football player, affectionately known as Zizou. During his illustrious playing career, Zidane excelled in the role of an attacking midfielder. In recent years, he has transitioned seamlessly into coaching, notably achieving remarkable success with Real Madrid, solidifying his status as one of the most accomplished coaches globally.
French legend Zinedine Zidane
Zidane's exceptional skill set and prowess on the field have firmly established him as one of the greatest players in the history of football. His remarkable abilities as an elite playmaker were characterized by his graceful playing style, exceptional vision, precise passing, exceptional ball control, and impeccable technique. Throughout his career, Zidane received numerous prestigious accolades, including the esteemed FIFA World Player of the Year award.
Moreover, Zidane's profound impact on the sport transcends his individual achievements, as his influence continues to inspire a new generation of football enthusiasts worldwide.
June 23, 1972FrenchCannes, Bordeaux, Juventus, Real Madrid
Achievements
Italian Serie A Championship 2 times in the 1996/1997 and 1997/1998 seasons with Juventus
Italian Super Cup 1 time in 1998 with Juventus Spanish League 1 time in 2002/2003 with Real Madrid Spanish Super Cup 2 times in 2001 and 2003 with Real MadridUEFA Champions League 1 time in 2002 with Real Madrid and the second 2 times in 1997 and 1998 with JuventusEuropean Second League 1 time in 1996 with BordeauxCup2 times in 1996 with Juventus and 2002 with Real MadridClub World Cup (Intercontinental) 2 times in 1996 with Juventus and 2002 with Real Madrid
World Cup champion 1 time in 1998 and second place 1 time in 2006
European Nations Cup 1 time in 2000 and semi-final 1 time in 1996
FIFA Confederations Cup 2 times in 2001 and 2003
Personal titles
European Player of the Century by UEFA
Best player in the history of the Champions League in the last 20 years from the European Union
Best player in Europe in the last 50 years from 1954 to 2004 from the European Union
The 8th all-time top scorer for the French national team with 31 goals.
World Player of the Year (World Soccer Magazine) 1 time in 1998
Best Player in Europe (French magazine Onze Mondial) 3 times in 1998, 2000 and 2001, second 3 times in 1997, 2002 and 2003, and third 1 time in 1999
Golden Ball (Ballon d'0r )World Player of the Year 1 time in 1998, 2nd 1 time in 2000, 3rd 1 time in 1997,4th time in 2002 ,5th 2 times in 2003 and 2006, 9th 1 time in 2001World Player of the Year (FIFA) 3 times in 1998, 2000 and 2003, 2nd 1 time in 2006, 3rd 2 times in 1997 and 2002, 4th 2 times in 1999 and 2001, 5th 1 time in 2004 World Playmaker of the Year (IFFHS) 1 time in 2006 European Championship Player of the Year 1 time in 2000
Best player in the World Cup 1 time in 2006
European Player of the Year 1 time in 2002
European Midfielder of the Year 1 time in 1998
UEFA Champions League Midfielder of the Year 1 time in 1998
UEFA Champions League Player of the Year 1 time in 2002
Best French Player 2 times in 1998 and 2002
Best Young Player in the French League 1 time in 1993/1994
Season Best Player in the French League 1 time in 1995/1996 Season
Best Player in the Italian League 1 time in 2000/2001 Season
Best Foreign Player in the Italian League 2 times in 1996/1997 and 2000/2001
Best Foreign Player in the Spanish League 1 time in the 2001/2002
season Best Sports Personality (British BBC Newspaper) 1 time in 2006
National Personality of the State of France 1 time in 1998
He was selected among the 125 best living players in the world by the legend Pele.
Player goals
#With the French
6 goals in the French League
#With Bordeaux, France,
39 goals, including:
28 goals in the French League
2 goals in the French Cup
4 goals in the Europa League
5 goals in the Intertoto Cup (Europa League qualifiers) # With Juventus 31 goals, 24 of them in the Italian League 2 goals in the Italian Cup 5 goals in the Champions League
#With Real Madrid,
49 goals, including:
37 goals in the Spanish League
3 goals in the Spanish Cup
9 goals in the Champions League
#With the French national team 31 international goals
The player's total goals with the clubs and national team he played for is 156 goals.
