Eric Abidal

Who is this?

Eric Sylvain Abidal (French pronunciation: [eʁik abidal]; born 11 September 1979) is a French former professional footballer who played as a left-back or centre-back. He played mainly for Lyon and Barcelona, totalling 19 trophies with both teams, including two Champions Leagues with the latter. His later career was marred by a liver tumour, which resulted in a transplant. A France international for nine years, Abidal represented the nation in two World Cups – finishing second in 2006 – and Euro 2008.

Career

1. 1979
   Born
2. 1999
   Joined Sporting Club Lyon
3. 2000
   Joined AS Monaco FC
4. 2002
   Joined Lille OSC
5. 2004
   Joined Olympique Lyonnais
6. 2004
   Joined France men's national association football team
7. 2007
   Joined Futbol Club Barcelona
8. 2013
   Joined AS Monaco FC
9. 2014
   Joined Olympiacos F.C.

Trivia

• •Place of birth: Saint-Genis-Laval
• •Citizenship: France
• •Known as: association football player
• •Sport: association football