Christian Karembeu
French footballer and World Cup champion
Born
December 3rd, 1970
54 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Played professional football primarily as a midfielder. Achieved significant success with clubs like Nantes and Real Madrid. Contributed to Real Madrid's La Liga and UEFA Champions League victories. Also played a vital role in the French national team that won the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2000.
Won the 1998 FIFA World Cup with France
Played for Real Madrid from 1997 to 2000
Won the UEFA Euro 2000
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