ZidaneZone.com - All About Zinedine Zidane

Ahmed Rehab during a soccer drill at Soldier Field Stadium in Chicago

A Frenchman of Algerian origin, former star of Juventus and current star of Real Madrid, two of the the most prestigious club teams in the world, Zinedine Zidane is also star/hero of the French national soccer team (and captain as of late). Zidane is a powerful yet elegant player on the pitch, and a reserved and respectable personality off the pitch. He is well known for his calmness and confidence when in control of the ball; his dexterity, mobility and good eye are reminiscent of such legends as Pele. His decisions on what to with the ball are wise and insightful, as his passes and runs are often deadly. Yet, not only is Zidane a talented footballer with impressive personal skills and a great affinity for effective team work, but also a role model for great sportsmanship. Zidane, number 10 on France's A team

In 1998, the invaluable contribution of Zidane (netting twice in the finals), enabled France to clinch the world cup trophy. In 2000, he returned to the world arena to once again display class, confidence, and style, leading France into winning the European Nations Cup (Euro 2000), the first nation to do so whilst in possession of the world cup.

Zidane made the move to Real Madrid with the sole purpose of winning the only major trophy he lacked: the much covetted Champions League Trophy. Once again, Zidane was destined for glory. Not only did Zidane emerge victorious with Real Madrid on his first try, but he scored the winning goal in the final game - and a cracking goal it was! An amazing and surreal fulfillment of his declared dream. With that, Zidane had added the plum to a marvellous cake of a career. Zidane shows skill and concentration in a training session

Zizou, twice world player of the year and golden ball award winner, is most valuable for the man that he is: kind, generous, modest, and an inspiration to youth everywhere. If I had to sum up Zidane, I would say he is a living model of the ideal that a soccer legend is not merely a physical talent, but also a perceptive mind and a distinguished personality.

I am proud to dedicate this website in recognition and appreciation of one of my modern idols, Zinedine Zidane. I wish you an enjoyable time as you roam its pages.

- Ahmed Rehab, Chicago

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Zidane and Figo are considered by many, including myself, to be the game's most perfect players. In 2001, they became team members at Real Madrid offering fans worldwide a rare opportunity at seeing legends play together.

Zidane and Figo are considered by many, including myself, to be the game's most perfect players. In 2001, they became team members at Real Madrid offering fans worldwide a rare opportunity at seeing legends play together.