Leandro Trossard is a Belgian forward or left winger. He plays for Arsenal and the Belgium national team. He started his career at Genk in Belgium, where he scored 39 goals. Between 2012 and 2016, he went on four straight loan moves. He then spent four years at Brighton in England before joining Arsenal in 2023 for £27 million, including add-ons.
Trossard has been called up to the Belgium national team several times. He was first named in the squad in September 2018, and again a month later but had to pull out because of injury. He stayed on the bench in March 2019. He finally made his debut on September 5, 2020, in a Nations League game against Denmark. He came on for Dries Mertens in the 80th minute of a 2-0 away win. In his first start for Belgium, on March 30, 2021, he scored his first two international goals in an 8-0 win over Belarus in World Cup qualifying.
In October 2021, Trossard was part of Belgium’s squad for the Nations League Finals in Italy. He made two substitute appearances as Belgium lost to France in the semifinal. But then lost to Italy in the third-place match, finishing fourth.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Leandro Trossard
His Grandfather Was His ‘Left-Foot Teacher’
Leandro Trossard is one of the Premier League’s most two-footed players. He credits his grandfather for that ability. Recognising the importance of being ambidextrous, his grandfather constantly took him to practice with his left foot, telling him he needed both to reach the top. The training worked, his left-footed shots are nearly as frequent as his right.
A Late Bloomer: Still in the Third Division at 16
Unlike many stars who burst onto the scene early, Leandro Trossard is a classic late bloomer. He only joined a professional academy at 14, signing with Belgian third-division club Bocholter VV. At 16, he was still playing in the U15 league of Belgium’s third division, a far cry from the Champions League stage he’d later grace. A slow start that led to a stellar rise.
Played Alongside Kevin De Bruyne as a Teenager
After joining Genk’s academy at 15, Leandro Trossard shared the dressing room with future superstars, most notably Kevin De Bruyne and Christian Benteke. While De Bruyne left early for Chelsea, Trossard stayed and paid his dues. He eventually became captain of Genk at 24 and led them to the Belgian league title in 2019. A teammate of legends, forging his own path.
His Goal Celebration Is a Tribute to His Son
Trossard’s signature celebration, cupping his hands over his eyes like goggles, is a tribute to his son, Thiago. His son saw the celebration online and asked his dad to do it too. Since then, it’s become a regular part of Trossard’s goal celebrations. Sometimes he also forms a “T” with his hands for his son’s first initial.
Obsessed with Football as a Teenager
While many teenagers were out partying, young Trossard had only one thing on his mind: football. He was completely obsessed, spending all his time honing his skills. He worked very hard to reach his goals. His grandfather also gave him great advice. He started playing in small leagues in Belgium. Over time, he became a top player for the Arsenal team and for Belgium.
FAQs
Q. Which club does Leandro Trossard play for?
A. Trossard plays for Arsenal.
Q. Which national team does Leandro Trossard represent?
A. Trossard represents Belgium.
Q. Which English club did Trossard play for before joining Arsenal?
A. Trossard played for Brighton.
Q. When did Trossard make his senior Belgium debut?
A. Trossard made his debut on September 5, 2020. He played against Denmark in the UEFA Nations League.
Q. When did Trossard score his first international goals for Belgium?
A. Trossard scored his first two international goals on March 30, 2021. It was an 8-0 World Cup qualifying win over Belarus.
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