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Hugo LlorisFrench footballer, goalkeeper and captain
Date of Birth: 26.12.1986
Country:  France |
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Childhood and Early Career
Born into a wealthy family in Nice, France, Hugo Lloris began playing football at the age of six.His parents, a lawyer and a banker from Catalonia, were supportive of his athletic pursuits. Despite excelling at tennis, Lloris ultimately decided to focus on football. He joined the youth team of the Cimiez cultural center, initially playing as a striker but eventually finding his calling as a goalkeeper.
FC Nice
In 1997, Lloris joined the football academy of FC Nice, where he progressed through various age groups.Trained by former Nice and France goalkeeper Dominique Baratelli, Lloris showed exceptional skills despite his lack of height. In 2004, he won the U-18 national championship with Nice's youth team, conceding only 10 goals in 25 matches. After a successful season with the reserve team in the amateur league, Lloris was promoted to the first team in 2005.
Making his professional debut in October 2005, Lloris played every minute of Nice's French League Cup campaign, including the final against Nancy.He also made his league debut in March 2006, keeping a clean sheet. Despite interest from Inter Milan and Lazio, Lloris remained with Nice for the 2006/2007 season, establishing himself as the first-choice goalkeeper.
Olympique Lyonnais
After an impressive season, Lloris joined Lyon in May 2008 for a fee of €8.5 million.Attracted by the guarantee of regular playing time and Lyon's participation in the Champions League, he chose the French giants over AC Milan and Tottenham Hotspur. Lloris won consecutive Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year awards in 2009 and 2010.
Tottenham Hotspur
In August 2012, Lloris moved to Tottenham Hotspur for €15 million.He became a regular starter in the 2013/2014 season and has remained a key figure for the club ever since.
International Career
Lloris made his international debut for France in 2008 against Uruguay.He became captain of the team in 2010 and was named the starting goalkeeper for the 2010 and 2014 World Cups. At Euro 2016, he led France to the final, keeping clean sheets in several crucial matches.
In 2017, Lloris surpassed Fabien Barthez as the most capped goalkeeper in French history.He continues to hold the captaincy and is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world.
