Guide Note:
Popularly nicknamed "Zizou", Zinedine Zidane is a retired professional soccer player, most recognized for winning the 1998 FIFA World Cup with France and for the incident of his expulsion from the 2006 FIFA World Cup finals on his career-ending game.
Fast Facts:
- Born in Marseilles, France from Algerian parents
- Scored his first goal as a pro on February 8th, 1991
- Elected FIFA World Player of the Year a record-equalling three times (1998, 2000, 2003)
- Won the 1998 FIFA World Cup with France, scoring two goals in the final match against Brazil
- Headbutted the Italian defender Marco Materazzi during the 2006 World Cup Final