He played professionally in France, Italy, and Spain, and was a member of the French national team. 

His career accomplishments include helping France win the 1998 FIFA World Cup and Euro 2000, in addition to winning the 2002 UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid.

One of only two three-time FIFA World Player of the Year winners (Ronaldo being the other), Zidane was also named the European Footballer of the Year in 1998. 

He retired from professional football after the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

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