Paul Pogba

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Paul Pogba born?March 15, 1993
2. Where was Paul Pogba born?Lagny-sur-Marne, France
3. What is the primary position?Central Midfielder
4. What is the record transfer?€105 million from Juventus to Manchester United in 2016
5. Who is Paul Pogba?Paul Pogba is a French soccer player known for his skill and style. He plays as a midfielder for clubs like Juventus and Manchester United and for the French national team.
6. When did Paul Pogba first join Juventus?He joined Juventus in 2012 after leaving Manchester United's academy.

Central Midfielder: A versatile player positioned in the middle of the field, responsible for linking defense and attack, controlling possession, and initiating play.
Transfer Fee: The monetary sum paid by one football club to another for the transfer of a player's registration.
Serie A: The premier professional football league in Italy, known for its tactical discipline and strong defensive traditions.
FIFA World Cup: The quadrennial international football competition contested by the senior men's national teams of the members of FIFA, considered the sport's most prestigious tournament.