Treaty of Nice Signature
Chirac joined European leaders in signing the Treaty of Nice, designed to prepare the institutions for enlargement.
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2001 in France
Explore 10 historical events and records for France in 2001.
Historical records for France in 2001
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World Record
The highest transfer fee for a player at 47 million pounds for Zidane from Juventus to Real Madrid
December
Convention Chair Selection
European leaders selected former French President Giscard dEstang to chair the Convention on the Future of Europe.
Other events (month unknown)
Amelie
Directs Amelie, a Paris-set romantic comedy that becomes an international success.
English Football Hall of Fame Recognition
Cantona's impact on the Premier League was celebrated in assessments of the foreign players who reshaped English football in the 1990s.
European Midfield Engine
Brings ball-winning intensity to the Leeds United midfield throughout the club's memorable Champions League run.
Golden Bear for Intimacy
The film Intimacy, directed by Patrice Chereau, received the Golden Bear for best film at the 2001 Berlin International Film Festival.
Houllier Oversees Liverpool Cup Triumph
Houllier ends the tournament with Liverpool on top after the 2-1 final against Arsenal.
Mestalla Midfield Contest
Competes in midfield for Leeds United during the Champions League semi-final return match against Valencia in Spain.
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.
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