Zidane, Zinedine

Zinedine Zidane is a retired French football (soccer) player and a successful football manager. Renowned for his exceptional skill, vision, and ball control, he played as an attacking midfielder and is considered one of the greatest footballers in history. He captained France to victory in the 1998 World Cup and won numerous titles with clubs like Real Madrid. After retiring from playing, he became a coach and led Real Madrid to multiple UEFA Champions League titles. His name "Zinedine" is of Arabic origin, meaning "Beauty of the Religion," while "Zidane" is the surname, closely associated with his legacy in football.