A list has been compiled of 10 notable footballers who served in the military before or during their professional careers. The players come from various countries and include Son Heung-min, who completed mandatory military service with the Republic of Korea Marine Corps in 2020, and Eric Cantona, who served two years in the French Army. The list highlights the diverse backgrounds of some of the world's biggest sporting stars. It covers those who underwent mandatory national service or active military duty.
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