Moussa Sissoko

French footballer, Premier League midfielder

Moussa Sissoko - French footballer, Premier League midfielder
Born

August 16th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A professional footballer, primarily played as a midfielder. Had significant stints with various clubs, including Toulouse and Newcastle United in the Premier League. Also represented Tottenham Hotspur, contributing to the team's runner-up finish in the UEFA Champions League in 2019. Earned caps for the French national team, participating in major tournaments such as UEFA Euro 2016 and the FIFA World Cup 2018, where France secured the championship title.

Played for multiple clubs in Ligue 1 and Premier League

Reached the final of the UEFA Champions League with Tottenham Hotspur

Won the FIFA World Cup with the French national team in 2018

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