Zinedine Zidane

Former Football Player, Manager

French Marseille, France

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer Football Player, Manager
NationalityFrench
Date of Birth23/06/1972
Age54 years
BirthplaceMarseille, France

Latest News about Zinedine Zidane

15/06/2025

Zinedine Zidane was honored at the UEFA Awards in Munich for his historic achievement of winning three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles as Real Madrid manager, a feat unmatched by any other manager in the competition's history. The French legend received a special trophy and was celebrated by former teammates and football icons for his transformative impact on the club.

03/02/2025

Zinedine Zidane attended the Real Madrid Foundation Gala in Madrid, where he was recognized for his continued contributions to youth football development through the club's global foundation programs. During the event, he emphasized the importance of technical training and mental resilience for young players, drawing on his own experiences as both a player and manager.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameZinedine Yazid Zidane
Nicknames
  • Zizou
  • Yaz
  • ZZ
Playing PositionAttacking Midfielder
International Caps108
International Goals31

Physical Stats & More

Height1.85 m
Weight80 kg

Personal Life

SpouseVeronica Fernandez
Children
  • Enzo
  • Luca
  • Celia
  • Theo

Career

Clubs Played For
  • Cannes
  • Bordeaux
  • Juventus
  • Real Madrid
Major Achievements
  • 1998 FIFA World Cup Winner (France)
  • 2000 UEFA European Championship Winner (France)
  • 3x FIFA World Player of the Year
  • 2x UEFA Champions League Winner (Real Madrid as player)
  • 3x UEFA Champions League Winner (Real Madrid as manager)
  • 2x UEFA Super Cup Winner (Real Madrid as manager)
  • 2x FIFA Club World Cup Winner (Real Madrid as manager)
  • 2x Spanish Super Cup Winner (Real Madrid as manager)
  • 1x Spanish League Winner (Real Madrid as manager)
  • Laureus Lifetime Achievement Award (2011)
  • FIFA 100 List (2004)
Managerial Career
  • Real Madrid Castilla (2014–2016)
  • Real Madrid (2016–2021)
Retirement Year2006

Style Quotient

Signature MoveVolley
Style DescriptionElegant, visionary playmaker known for technical brilliance and leadership

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He was expelled from the 2006 World Cup final for headbutting an opponent.
2. He announced his retirement after the 2006 World Cup.
3. He is one of the most decorated managers in Champions League history.
4. He played his last professional match against Villarreal in 2006.
5. He is the only manager to win three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles.
6. He was named in the FIFA 100 list of the world's greatest living players in 2004.
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