Eric Cantona
Eric Cantona is a retired French footballer, renowned for his time at Manchester United during the 1990s, where he became an iconic figure in English football. Known for his flamboyant style and charismatic personality, Cantona was instrumental in United's resurgence under Sir Alex Ferguson, helping the team secure multiple Premier League titles. His controversial behavior and fierce competitiveness on the pitch, combined with his philosophical musings off it, have made him a beloved and polarizing figure in the sport. Cantona's legacy includes not only his skills as a forward but also his role as a cultural icon, influencing generations of fans and players alike.
Born on May 24, 1966 (59 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 3,828 | $5,100 | 4$ |
| United States | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 130,883 | $21,000,000 | 8,304$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 98,877 | $280,000 | 125$ |
| Israel | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 7,980 | $400,000 | 346$ |
| Totals | 4 | 566,141,882 | 241,568 | $21,685,100 | 8,779$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Pakistan:
Football star Eric Cantona called out the hypocrisy of football governing bodies.
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United States:
Eric Cantona, the footballer, spoke at the fundraising concert.
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Israel:
Eric Cantona, a Manchester United legend, is among the notable names supporting the campaign.
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Ireland:
Eric Cantona became a folk hero after his infamous kung-fu kick incident during a Premier League game.
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Australia:
Eric Cantona was sent off during a match and infamously kicked a spectator.
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Iran:
Eric Cantona chose to retire at 30, asserting his control over his career decisions.
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Kenya:
Eric Cantona is included in the experienced core of players for Kabras Sugar RFC.
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Kenya:
Eric Cantona is one of the established names joining the Kabras squad.
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Monaco:
Eric Cantona will be part of a new season of 'Brigade Anonyme' on M6.
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India:
Eric Cantona is referenced as a significant influence on Beckham, who admired him and inherited his iconic number 7 shirt.
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