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Étienne René Capoue (born 11 July 1988) is a French former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He began his professional career at Toulouse, making 196 total appearances and scoring 13 goals, while making the UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year for 2011–12. From 2013 to 2020 he played in England's Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur and Watford, reaching the 2019 FA Cup Final with the latter. He then joined Villarreal, winning the UEFA Europa League in his first season, and was man of the match in the final. Capoue was a French youth international, having earned caps at under-18, under-19, and under-21 level, serving as captain for a portion of his stint with the latter team. He earned seven senior caps from 2012 to 2013, scoring once.

Quick facts about Étienne Capoue

  • Full name: Étienne Capoue
  • Born: 1988-07-11
  • Nationality: France
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q60595

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Who is Étienne Capoue?

Étienne René Capoue (born 11 July 1988) is a French former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. He began his professional career at Toulouse, making 196 total appearances and scoring 13 goals, while making the UNFP Ligue 1 Team of the Year for 2011–12.

What nationality is Étienne Capoue?

Étienne Capoue is France.

When was Étienne Capoue born?

Étienne Capoue was born on 1988-07-11.

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