Alou Diarra
French footballer and World Cup player
Born
July 15th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A professional footballer with a robust career, primarily played as a midfielder. Played for clubs including Sochaux, Liverpool, and Marseille. Represented the French national team, participating in the 2010 FIFA World Cup and earning multiple caps in international competitions.
Competed in the 2010 FIFA World Cup
Won Ligue 1 with Marseille in 2010
Won the UEFA Europa League with Bordeaux in 1996
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