The Curious Case Of Eric Cantona | Bizarre But Brilliant

Eric Cantona is one of the most enigmatic football players of all time.

A man that could produce scintillating magic in one moment and send someone to hospital in the next.

Apart from that, he has also been largely credited as the main reason for Manchester United's dominance since the early 90s. A driving force that instilled a sense of confidence and ambition in the team.

Today, we look back at his story.

Transcript and sources: https://footballiconic.com/the-curiou...
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Background music:
Song 1:    • [FREE FOR PROFIT] nostalgic chill lof...   (Prod Pink)
Song 2:    • solitude - lofi hip hop / Prod. Riddi...   (Prod Riddiman)
Song 3:   / in-my-dreams   (Prod. Lakey Inspired)
Song 4:   / better-days   (Prod. Lakey Inspired)

0:00 - Introduction
02:08 - Early life: a wild ancestry
03:34 - French Football: Petulant Eric Cantona
08:08 - Leeds United: a fresh start
10:23 - Manchester United: King Eric Cantona
15:46 - Shocking retirement and post playing career

Producer: Tinashe Chipako
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