Adil Rami
Football Defender, 2018 FIFA World Cup
A professional footballer who played as a defender primarily for clubs in France and Portugal. Rami started his career at Lille OSC, winning the Ligue 1 title in 2011. He also played for Valencia CF and Sevilla FC, securing the UEFA Europa League title in 2016. Rami represented the French national team, contributing to the squad that reached the final of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, although he did not play in the final match.
Won Ligue 1 with Lille OSC in 2011
Secured UEFA Europa League title with Sevilla FC in 2016
Contributed to France's 2018 FIFA World Cup final squad
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December 27th, 1917 108 years ago
Died
January 20th, 2004 22 years ago — 86 years old
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December 27th, 1896 129 years ago
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Died
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Born
December 27th, 1803 222 years ago
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