Sylvain Wiltord

Professional footballer, UEFA Euro 2000 champion

Sylvain Wiltord - Professional footballer, UEFA Euro 2000 champion
Born

May 10th, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Played as a forward in professional football, primarily featuring in Ligue 1 and the English Premier League. Made significant contributions to clubs such as Bordeaux, Olympique Lyonnais, and Arsenal. Achieved recognition as part of the French national team, participating in major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2000 and the FIFA World Cup. Contributed to domestic and international successes throughout the career.

Won UEFA Euro 2000 with France

Played for Arsenal in the Premier League

Achieved multiple Ligue 1 titles with Lyon

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