1998 Semi-Final Brace
Scores both France goals in the 2-1 semi-final victory over Croatia.
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Lilian Thuram Biography and Timeline
Follow Lilian Thuram through 6 dated historical records for France.
Lilian Thuram, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1998–2006Years on this page
1998
1998 FIFA World Cup Final - Lilian Thuram
Lilian Thuram defended the right flank as France prevented the Brazilian forwards from scoring in the Paris final.
World Cup Winner
Lilian Thuram starts at right-back as France defeat Brazil in the 1998 final. His two semi-final goals against Croatia were instrumental in taking the hosts to the title match.
International Caps
Plays an essential defensive role in France's 1998 World Cup-winning side after scoring twice in the semi-final against Croatia.
2001
Transfer to Juventus
Juventus recruits Lilian Thuram, formerly of Parma. The versatile French World Cup winner joined Juventus as part of a major reinforcement of its defence.
2006
Barcelona Transfer
Joins Barcelona from Juventus and adds experienced international defensive cover.
Role range: 2006-2008
Records, sources and methodology
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