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Updated Thursday July 13, 2000, 9:59 PM GMT
Abel Xavier
Position:
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Defender
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(LaurenceGriffiths/Allsport)
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| Shirt No: |
14 |
| Age: |
27 |
| Caps: |
15 |
| Goals: |
2 |
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Everton (England) |
No shortage of experience here. As well as Everton, he has played in Italy for Bari, Spain for Oviedo and in Holland for PSV Eindhoven after starting out with Estrela Amadora and Benfica.
International debut against Switzerland seven years ago. Likely contender for most spectacular haircut in the competition.
Made some vital headed clearances and contributed to cutting of the supply of crosses for England's strikers in their opening game 3-2 victory.
Had a great game against the French in the semi-final but will be remembered for handling a Wiltord shot for France's penalty and subsequent Golden Goal winner as much as for that haircut.
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