Zinedine Zidane: A Football Legend Giving Back to the Community

Zidane, post-retirement, focuses on charity work, notably as a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador. He collaborates with Ronaldo on initiatives like the Match Against Poverty, raising funds for global anti-poverty projects. These efforts include annual charity matches and campaigns, involving international players and benefiting various countries. Zidane's work extends to Thailand and Egypt, supporting disadvantaged children through sports and education initiatives.

What role did Zidane take on in March 2001 to help reduce poverty?

• UNESCO Ambassador

• World Health Organization Ambassador

• UNDP Goodwill Ambassador

• UNICEF Ambassador

What was the primary goal of the Match against Poverty organized by Zidane and Ronaldo?

• To celebrate their football careers

• To promote football globally

• To raise funds for new stadiums

• To mobilize the world in the fight against poverty

Which of the following countries benefited from the proceeds of the first two charity matches?

• Japan

• Canada

• Brazil

• Australia

What was the broader message Zidane and Ronaldo aimed to convey through their charity matches?

• The importance of sportsmanship

• The value of personal achievements

• The need to fight against poverty and achieve the Millennium Development Goals

• The significance of football in cultural exchange

Which Bulgarian striker participated in the charity match organized by Zidane and Ronaldo?

• Dimitar Berbatov

• Hristo Stoichkov

• Martin Petrov

• Valeri Bojinov

In which country did Zidane play a charity match against pop stars and national team players?

• Thailand

• Brazil

• India

• South Africa

What was the purpose of Zidane's trip to Cairo, Egypt?

• To participate in a music festival

• To launch a new sports brand

• To attend the opening of a home for street children

• To open a new football academy