Abdelatif Benazzi
Rugby player, French national team member
Born
August 20th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Born in Morocco, a rugby player represented France at an international level, gaining recognition for contributions to the sport. Played as a lock and recorded significant achievements in various competitions. Primarily associated with the French national team during the 1990s, participating in the Rugby World Cups in 1995 and 1999, enhancing the team's performance through strong defensive skills and leadership on the field.
Competed in the 1995 Rugby World Cup
Competed in the 1999 Rugby World Cup
Played for multiple clubs including Narbonne and Toulouse
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