Lilian Thuram, French footballer

Ruddy Lilian Thuram-Ulien is a French author, philanthropist and former professional footballer who played as a defender. Regarded as one of the greatest defenders of all time, he was a quick, powerful and versatile player, capable of playing both as a centre-back or as a right-back, and was competent both offensively and defensively.

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