N'Golo Kanté

Footballer, Premier League Champion

N'Golo Kanté - Footballer, Premier League Champion
Born

March 29th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A professional football player, played as a midfielder. Achievements include winning the Premier League with Leicester City in the 2015-2016 season and Chelsea in the 2016-2017 season. Also contributed to France's victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Recognized for exceptional defensive skills and work rate on the pitch.

Won Premier League with Leicester City

Won Premier League with Chelsea

Won FIFA World Cup with France

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