Emmanuel Petit: Biography, Facts and Career
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Emmanuel Laurent Petit (French pronunciation: [emanɥɛl lɔʁɑ̃ pəti]; born 22 September 1970) is a French former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder at club level for Arsenal, Barcelona, Monaco, and Chelsea. He represented France at international level in two FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships; he scored the third goal in France's 3–0 victory in the 1998 FIFA World Cup Final and was also a member of the French squad that won UEFA Euro 2000. He was known for his strong defensive abilities, including tackling, interceptions, and marking, as well as his passing range and ability to transition play from defense to attack. In his prime, he was one of the best left-footed players in European and world football.
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- Full name: Emmanuel Petit
- Born: 1970-09-22
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q269883
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Who is Emmanuel Petit?
Emmanuel Laurent Petit (French pronunciation: [emanɥɛl lɔʁɑ̃ pəti]; born 22 September 1970) is a French former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder at club level for Arsenal, Barcelona, Monaco, and Chelsea.
What nationality is Emmanuel Petit?
Emmanuel Petit is France.
When was Emmanuel Petit born?
Emmanuel Petit was born on 1970-09-22.
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