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Place of Birth: Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
About Eric Abidal
- Eric Sylvain Abidal (French pronunciation: ?[e?ik abidal]; born 11 September 1979) is a French former professional footballer who played as a left back or a central defender, and is the director of football of FC Barcelona. In his career, he played mainly for Lyon and Barcelona, winning 18 titles with both teams combined including two Champions League trophies with the latter.
- His later career was marred by a liver tumour, which resulted in a transplant. A French international across nine years, Abidal represented the nation in two World Cups – finishing second in 2006 – and Euro 2008.
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