Bixente Lizarazu

French footballer and World Cup champion

Bixente Lizarazu - French footballer and World Cup champion
Born

December 9th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Played as a left-back and had a successful career in football. Began professional career at Bordeaux and later played for clubs like Athletic Bilbao and Bayern Munich. Won numerous domestic league titles and UEFA Champions League titles with Bayern Munich. Represented France at the international level, contributing to victories in the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2000. Renowned for defensive skills and ability to support attacks.

Won the 1998 FIFA World Cup with France

Secured UEFA Champions League title with Bayern Munich

Captured UEFA Euro 2000 championship

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