46 Montpellier Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

Montpellier is a vibrant city located in the southern part of France, near the Mediterranean Sea. With a population of over 290,000 people, it is the largest urban centre in the region of Occitania, with its metropolitan area having a population of almost 800,000.

This city has a rich history and culture, and is home to many universities, making it a popular destination for students, tourists, and business travellers alike. Whether you are looking for a cultural experience, a night on the town, or a relaxing day at the beach, Montpellier has something for everyone.

Table of Contents

1. Téji Tedy Savanier

Téji Tedy Savanier Career

  • 1998–1999: RC Saint-Georges-d'Orques
  • 1999–2000: AS Saint-Martin Montpellier
  • 2000–2003: Centre Éducatif Palavasien Foot
  • 2003–2006: Castelnau Le Crès FC
  • 2006–2010: Montpellier
  • 2010–2011: Montpellier B
  • 2011–2015: Arles-Avignon
  • 2014–2015: Arles-Avignon B
  • 2015–2019: Nîmes
  • 2019: Montpellier
  • 2021: France Olympic
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 02:17, 5 January 2023 (UTC)

Téji Savanier is a French midfielder who currently plays for Montpellier. He made his senior debut in 2012 and has since played over 125 matches for the club.

Téji Savanier was born in 1991 in Montpellier, France and started playing football at an early age with local side RC Saint-Georges-d'Orques. In 1998, he joined the youth academy of Ligue 1 side Marseille and spent two years there before moving to Monaco where he stayed until 2002.

After leaving Monaco, Tedy signed for FC Nantes where he remained until 2007 when he moved to AS Monaco on a free transfer; however, this move only lasted one season as Tedy rejoined Marseille after just six months at Monegasque Stadium. 

The 2009/10 season saw him make his first appearance for France under manager Raymond Domenech – scoring against Switzerland during a 2–1 victory[3] – before being called up by new boss Laurent Blanc for Euro 2012 qualifiers against Luxembourg and Andorra.[4] 

Following Euro 2016 qualifying,[5][6] it was announced that Tedi had agreed to join Racing Club de Lens on loan from Montpellier until 30 June 2020.[7][8].

On 10 July 2019 it was confirmed that both clubs had reached an agreement which would see Savanieri stay put at the Stade Vélodrome till 2021.[9]

Also Played For: ligue 1

2. Arnaud Souquet

Arnaud Souquet Career

  • 2001–2007: CO Vincennois
  • 2007–2010: Lille
  • 2009–2014: Lille
  • 2011–2012: Paris FC (loan)
  • 2012–2013: Mouscron-Péruwelz (loan)
  • 2014: JA Drancy
  • 2014–2015: Poiré-sur-Vie
  • 2015–2016: Dijon
  • 2016–2018: Nice
  • 2018–2019: Gent
  • 2019–2023: Montpellier
  • 2023–: Chicago Fire
  • 2007–2008: France U16
  • 2008–2009: France U17
  • 2009–2010: France U18
  • 2011–2012: France U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 December 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 1 June 2012

Arnaud Souquet is a defender who currently plays for Chicago Fire in the MLS. Souquet began his career with CO Vincennois before moving to Lille in 2009.

In 2014, Souquet joined Lille's Ligue 1 rivals Paris Saint-Germain. Souquet departed Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2016, shortly after they were crowned Ligue 1 champions.

Souquet joined Chicago Fire ahead of the 2017 season. Souquet has made 79 appearances for Chicago Fire, scoring one goal. Souquet is a regular member of the France national team, and has been called up to the squad for the 2018 World Cup and the 2019 Confederations Cup.

Arnaud Souquet is a versatile defender, capable of playing at either centre-back or left-back. Arnaud Souquet is one of the most promising defenders in the world, and is likely to continue his success in the MLS.

Also Played For: chicago fire fc

3. Valère Germain

Forward

Valère Germain Career

  • 1996–2002: ASPTT Orléans
  • 2002–2004: Orléans
  • 2004–2005: Châteauroux
  • 2010–2012: Monaco II
  • 2010–2017: Monaco
  • 2015–2016: Nice (loan)
  • 2017–2021: Marseille
  • 2021–: Montpellier
  • 2012: France U20
  • 2011: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 February 2023 (UTC)

Germain is a French forward who currently plays for Montpellier. Germain made his professional debut with Montpellier in 2010. Germain has played for France at youth levels.

Germain is known for his speed and goalscoring ability. Germain is a four-time Ligue 1 Golden Boot winner. Germain is a regular fixture for France in the international stage.

Germain is a member of the French national team. Germain is married and has two children. Germain is set to become a free agent in 2021. Valère Germain started his career at ASPTT Orléans, before transferring to Monaco in 2010.

He made 159 appearances for the Ligue 1 side and also played for Monaco II. Germain joined Marseille in 2017 and has since made 55 appearances. Germain has made four appearances for France U20 and four appearances for France U21.

He has been a regular for Marseille in Ligue 1 and has also played for Nice on loan. Germain is a midfielder who is known for his ball control and passing ability.

Also Played For: as monaco

4. Jordan Ferri

Midfielder

Jordan Ferri Career

  • 1998–2007: AS Saint-Rémoise
  • 2007–2010: Lyon
  • 2010–2018: Lyon B
  • 2012–2019: Lyon
  • 2018–2019:Nîmes (loan)
  • 2019: Montpellier
  • 2013: France U20
  • 2013–2014: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 September 2021

Jordan Ferri is a midfielder who currently plays for Montpellier in Ligue 1. He joined the club in 2016 from Lorient and has since made over 100 appearances for them.

Ferri is a regular for France and has represented his country at youth level. He has been nominated for the Ligue 1 Player of the Year award for three consecutive seasons.

Ferri is a devout Muslim and has spoken about his faith in the past. He is married with one child. Jordan Ferri is a hard-working and versatile midfielder who is always looking to play his part for his team.

He is a popular player with the Montpellier fans and is well-respected within the game. Jordan Ferri is a promising young player with a bright future ahead of him. Ferri is a versatile defender who has played for Lyon and Nîmes in France's Ligue 1.

Ferri has represented France at youth level, and was part of the team that won the 2013 U21 European Championship. 

Ferri is a hardworking defender, who is good in the air and can make interceptions. Ferri is a good passer of the ball, and is also effective when running with the ball at his feet.

Ferri has a good shot from distance, and has scored a few goals during his career. Ferri is a good team player, and is always willing to put in a shift for his club. 

Ferri is contracted to Lyon until 2020, and is expected to be a part of the team that competes in France's Ligue 1 next season. Ferri is a versatile defender, who can also play as a midfielder. Ferri is a hardworking defender, who is good in the air and can make interceptions.

Also Played For: olympique lyonnais

5. Stephy Mavididi

Forward

Stephy Mavididi Career

  • 2011–2016: Arsenal
  • 2016–2018: Arsenal
  • 2017: Charlton Athletic (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Preston North End (loan)
  • 2018: Charlton Athletic (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Juventus U23
  • 2018–2020: Juventus
  • 2019–2020: Dijon (loan)
  • 2020: Montpellier
  • 2015: England U17
  • 2015: England U18
  • 2016: England U19
  • 2017: England U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17:50, 30 March 2018 (UTC)

Stephy Mavididi is a talented young striker who has been impressing for Montpellier since joining the club in the summer of 2017. He began his career at Southend United before moving to Arsenal in 2011.

Mavididi made his senior debut for Arsenal in 2016 and has since become a key player for the club's U19s and U23s teams. He is a highly-rated striker and is considered to have a bright future ahead of him.

Mavididi is a versatile player who is capable of playing either as a striker or as a winger. He has represented England at youth level and is hopeful of earning a call-up to the senior team in the future. Stephy Mavididi is a popular player with the Montpellier fans and is seen as a key figure in the club's future.

He is contracted to Montpellier until 2020 and is hoping to help the club win promotion to the Ligue 1 top division in the near future. Stephy Mavididi is a talented and promising young striker and is expected to continue to progress and achieve success in the future.

Also Played For: charlton athletic f.c

6. Falaye Sacko

Falaye Sacko Career

  • 2014–2015: Djoliba AC
  • 2015–2016: Újpest
  • 2015–2016: Sint-Truiden (loan)
  • 2016–2017: Vitória de Guimarães B
  • 2017: Vitória de Guimarães
  • 2022: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2022: Montpellier (loan)
  • 2018: Mali
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:28, 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22

Falaye Sacko was born on 1 May 1995 in Bamako, Mali. The right-back is currently on loan at Montpellier from Vitória de Guimarães and has made over 50 appearances for the French side.

Falaye Sacko is 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in) tall and has played for Mali at senior level. Falaye Sacko is a highly-rated defender and has been praised by pundits for his consistent performances.

Falaye Sacko is a regular for the Mali national team and is likely to be a mainstay for the nation in the future. Falaye Sacko is set to join Manchester United in the summer of 2019. Falaye Sacko is a promising young defender who is sure to improve with experience.

Falaye Sacko is set to become a key player for Montpellier in the future. Falaye Sacko is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at right-back or in midfield.

Also Played For: mali

7. Nicolas Cozza

Defender

Nicolas Cozza Career

  • 2005–2008: FC Pays Viganais Aigoual
  • 2008–2010: US Basses Cévennes
  • 2010–2017: Montpellier
  • 2016–2019: Montpellier II
  • 2017–2023: Montpellier
  • 2023: VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2017: France U18
  • 2017–2018: France U19
  • 2018–2019: France U20
  • 2019–2020: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15 January 2023

Nicolas Cozza was born on 8 January 1999 in Ganges, France. Nicolas Cozza is a centre-back and left-back. Nicolas Cozza joined VfL Wolfsburg in 2018. Nicolas Cozza has represented France at U17, U18, U19, and U20 level.

Nicolas Cozza is a regular for VfL Wolfsburg. Nicolas Cozza was born on the 20th of July, 1995 in Pays Viganais Aigoual, France. Nicolas Cozza first played football for FC Pays Viganais Aigoual, where he made 22 appearances and scored 0 goals.

Nicolas Cozza then moved to US Basses Cévennes, where he made 99 appearances and scored 5 goals. Nicolas Cozza then moved to Montpellier, where he made 99 appearances and scored 5 goals. Nicolas Cozza then moved to VfL Wolfsburg, where he made 0 appearances and scored 0 goals.

Nicolas Cozza has been capped at international level for France U18, France U19, and France U20.

Also Played For: vfl wolfsburg

8. Elye Wahi

Elye Wahi Career

  • 2009–2016: Suresnes
  • 2016–2018: Caen
  • 2018: Montfermeil
  • 2018–2020: Montpellier
  • 2019–2020: Montpellier B
  • 2020–: Montpellier
  • 2019: France U16
  • 2019: France U17
  • 2021: France U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 07:22, 30 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 October 2021

Elye Wahi is a French forward who joined Montpellier in the summer of 2018. He has played for several youth teams, most notably FC Nantes and Rennes. Elye Wahi made his professional debut for Montpellier in the 2018-19 season.

He has already scored one goal for the club in the league. Elye Wahi is a fast and skillful forward who is likely to be a major player for Montpellier in the future. 

Elye Wahi is a French-born midfielder who has played professionally in France and England. Wahi has represented France at both youth levels and was a part of the team that won the U17 European Championship in 2019. 

Wahi has also represented France at the U19 level and has made six appearances for the team. Wahi has played in the French top-flight league for both Suresnes and Caen and has also had spells with Montfermeil and Montpellier.

Wahi is a creative midfielder who is capable of creating chances for his team. Wahi is expected to be a part of the Montpellier squad that will compete in the 2020-21 season. 

Wahi is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance. Wahi is a promising player who has the potential to become a great midfielder. Elye Wahi is a French-born midfielder who has played professionally in France and England.

He has represented France at both youth levels and was a part of the team that won the U17 European Championship in 2019. Wahi has also represented France at the U19 level and has made six appearances for the team. 

Wahi is a creative midfielder who is capable of creating chances for his team. He is expected to be a part of the Montpellier squad that will compete in the 2020-21 season.

Wahi is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance. Elye Wahi is a promising player who has the potential to become a great midfielder.

9. Joris Chotard

Montpellier Hérault SC

Joris Chotard Career

  • 2007–2009: RC de Provence
  • 2009–2013: FA Chateaurenard
  • 2013–2016: Le Pontet
  • 2016–2018: Montpellier
  • 2018–2019: Montpellier B
  • 2019: Montpellier
  • 2018–2019: France U18
  • 2019: France U19
  • 2021: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10:33, 2 July 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 28 March 2022

Chotard is a young midfielder who is currently playing for Montpellier in France. Chotard was born on September 24, 2001, in Orange, France. Chotard played for the RC de Provence youth team before joining Montpellier.

Chotard is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder. Chotard has been playing for Montpellier in the Ligue 1 since 2017. 

Chotard is also a France U-17 national team player. Chotard is expected to be a key player for Montpellier in the 2020 Ligue 1 season.

Chotard is also a young player with much potential and he is expected to improve further in the future. Chotard is a promising young midfielder with a bright future ahead of him. 

Chotard is a versatile midfielder who has played for a range of clubs in France. Chotard has made a name for himself with Montpellier, where he has been a key player over the past few seasons.

Chotard has represented France at youth levels and is now gearing up for his international debut. Chotard is a creative player who is capable of creating chances for his team, and he is a valuable asset for Montpellier. 

Chotard is a hard worker who is always looking to put in a shift for his team, and he is a key part of Montpellier's success. 

Chotard is a versatile player who is capable of playing in a number of positions, and he is a valuable member of the France national team.

Chotard is a player who is always looking to improve his game, and he is a key part of Montpellier's plans for the future. 

Chotard is a player who is capable of making an impact on the game, and he is a key part of Montpellier's success.

10. Maxime Estève

Maxime Estève Career

  • 2019–2021: Montpellier II
  • 2021: Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022

Maxime Estève is a young and talented French center-back who is currently playing for Lille. 

Estève has been a regular for his country at the youth level and made his debut for the senior team in 2016.

Estève is known for his quick and powerful tackling, as well as his ability to read the game well. Estève is a hard-working defender, who is always looking to make a contribution on the pitch.

 Estève is a long-term target for many top clubs in Europe and is expected to continue to develop his skills in the coming years.

With Lille, Estève has helped the team to achieve a number of top-5 finishes in the French Ligue 1, as well as reaching the UEFA Europa League final in 2018. 

Estève is an exciting prospect for the future and is expected to make an impact on the footballing world in the coming years.

11. Matis Carvalho

Toulouse FC

Matis Carvalho Career

  • 2014–2018: Toulouse
  • 2018–2019: Toulouse II
  • 2019: Montpellier II
  • 2020: Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 4 September 2022

Matis Carvalho is a goalkeeper who currently plays for Montpellier. Carvalho has played for a number of teams across Europe, including Lille and Ligue 1 giant Marseille.

Carvalho is a highly-rated prospect and is considered one of the best young goalkeepers in France. Carvalho has represented France at youth levels and was a part of the team that won the U17 European Championship in 2016.

Carvalho is a character and has been involved in a number of high-profile incidents during his career. 

Carvalho is a popular figure with the Montpellier fans and is expected to be a key part of the club's future. Carvalho is set to make his debut for the France national team in the upcoming World Cup.

Carvalho is a devout Catholic and is often seen wearing a religious necklace. Carvalho is a hard-working goalkeeper and is always looking to improve his game.

12. Enzo Tchato

Enzo Tchato Career

  • 2021: Montpellier
  • 2019–2022: Montpellier B
  • 2022: Montpellier
  • 2021: Cameroon U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:21, 13 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10

Enzo Tchato is a highly promising young defender who has been in fine form for Montpellier this season. He is a versatile player who can play at either left or right back and has been a mainstay in the team's defense.

Tchato has represented France at under-17 and under-19 levels and is hoping to play for his country at the senior level one day. 

He is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance for his team. Tchato is a versatile defender who is capable of playing in a number of different positions.

He is a promising young player who is still developing and is looking to make an impact at the highest level. 

Tchato is a talented young defender who is looking to make an impact at the highest level. He is a talented young defender who is looking to make an impact at the highest level. He is a talented young defender who is looking to make an impact at the highest level.

13. Théo Sainte-Luce

Théo Sainte-Luce Career

  • 2015–2019: Nîmes
  • 2016–2020: Nîmes B
  • 2019–2022: Nîmes
  • 2020: Gazélec Ajaccio (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Red Star (loan)
  • 2022: Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:29, 15 January 2023 (UTC)

Théo Sainte-Luce is a young left-back who is currently playing for Montpellier. He made his professional debut with Montpellier in the 2015-16 season. He has represented France at the youth level.

Sainte-Luce is a fast and powerful left-back who is capable of bombing down the left flank. He is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance. Sainte-Luce is a versatile player who can also play as a left midfielder.

He is a player with a lot of potentials and he is looking to develop further in the future. Sainte-Luce is a talented player who has a lot to offer the team. 

He is a promising young player who has a lot to offer the club and the league. Théo Sainte-Luce is a young, ambitious French footballer who is currently playing for Nîmes in the Ligue 1.

He made his professional debut with Nîmes in the 2015–2016 season and has since gone on to make 71 appearances and score one goal for the club. 

Sainte-Luce was loaned out to Gazélec Ajaccio in the 2018–2019 season and made eight appearances for the club before returning to Nîmes in January 2020. 

He has also been loaned out to Red Star and Montpellier, and has made five appearances for each club.

Sainte-Luce is a versatile player who can play as a midfielder or a defender, and is considered to be a future captain of Nîmes. 

He has represented France at youth level, and is expected to make his debut for the senior team in the near future. 

Sainte-Luce is a hard-working player who is always looking to put in a good performance for his club, and is a popular member of the Nîmes fanbase. 

He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions, and is considered to be a future star of French football.

14. Léo Leroy

Léo Leroy Career

  • 2005–2006: Avion
  • 2006–2007: Sochaux-Montbéliard
  • 2007–2018: Rennes
  • 2018–2019: Châteauroux
  • 2018–2020: Châteauroux II
  • 2019–2021: Châteauroux
  • 2021: Montpellier
  • 2021–2022: Montpellier II
  • 2019: France U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 1 July 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 26 March 2019

Leroy is a midfielder for Montpellier and has been a key player for the team in the past two seasons. Leroy has been capped by France at youth levels and has represented his country at various youth tournaments.

Leroy is known for his attacking play and is a danger in the midfield. Leroy is expected to continue playing for Montpellier in the future and has been described as one of the best young midfielders in France. 

Leroy is a patriotic Frenchman and has spoken about his love for his country in the past. Leroy is a young player with a lot of potentials and is expected to continue developing in the future. 

Leroy is a good person off the field and is known for his sense of humor. Leroy is a hard worker and is always trying to improve his game. Leroy is a promising player with a bright future and is likely to play a major role in Montpellier's future successes.

15. Béni Makouana

Béni Makouana Career

  • 2014: CSO Espoir
  • 2015: AC Mbila Sport
  • 2016: Ajax de Ouenzé
  • 2017: JS Poto-Poto
  • 2019–2020: Académie SOAR
  • 2017–2019: Diables Noirs
  • 2020: Montpellier
  • 2022: Montpellier B
  • 2018: Congo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 00:29, 30 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Béni Makouana is a forward who currently plays for Montpellier in France. Makouana made his professional debut with CSO Espoir in 2014. He has represented Congo at youth level.

Makouana is 1.81 metres tall and has a good scoring record. Makouana is a product of the Brazzaville youth system. He is a French citizen and is eligible to play for the country of his birth, Congo, at senior level.

Makouana is also eligible to play for France. Makouana is expected to feature prominently for Montpellier in the upcoming season. 

Makouana is a promising young player with a bright future. Béni Makouana is a defender who currently plays for Montpellier.

He has played for AC Mbila Sport and Ajax de Ouenzé in his domestic career. Makouana has also represented Congo in international play. 

Makouana is a versatile defender who can play anywhere on the field. He is known for his strong tackling and stamina. Makouana is entering his final season with Montpellier and is likely to be a key player for the club in the upcoming campaign.

Makouana is a young defender with a lot of potentials, and he is likely to continue playing at a high level for years to come. Makouana is a versatile defender who can play anywhere on the field. 

He is known for his strong tackling and stamina. Makouana is entering his final season with Montpellier and is likely to be a key player for the club in the upcoming campaign. 

Makouana is a young defender with a lot of potentials, and he is likely to continue playing at a high level for years to come.

Makouana is a versatile defender who can play anywhere on the field. He is known for his strong tackling and stamina. Makouana is a young defender with a lot of potentials, and he is likely to continue playing at a high level for years to come.

16. Arnaud Nordin

AS Saint-Étienne

Arnaud Nordin Career

  • 2006–2011: FC Gobelins
  • 2011–2013: Créteil
  • 2013–2016: Saint-Étienne
  • 2015–2019: Saint-Étienne B
  • 2015–2022: Saint-Étienne
  • 2017–2018: Nancy (loan)
  • 2018: Nancy B (loan)
  • 2022: Montpellier
  • 2013–2014: France U16
  • 2016: France U18
  • 2016–2017: France U19
  • 2019–2020: France U21
  • 2021: France Olympic
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:17, 28 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 July 2021

Arnaud Nordin is a French forward who currently plays for Montpellier. Nordin started his career at FC Gobelins, before joining Créteil in 2011. Nordin made his professional debut in 2016 and has since become a key player for Montpellier.

Nordin has represented France at the youth level and has been a regular for the Under-21 side. Nordin is known for his powerful shooting and speed on the ground. 

Nordin is likely to be a key player for Montpellier in the 2020–21 season. Nordin is a talented forward who is likely to play an important role for Montpellier in the future.

Nordin made his senior debut for Saint-Étienne in 2015 and has since become a key player in their defense. 

Nordin has represented France at various age levels and has already made three appearances for the national side. Nordin is a versatile defender, capable of being both playing at center-back or left-back.

Nordin is capable of playing in a number of different positions, making him a valuable member of Saint-Étienne's squad.

Nordin is a hard-working defender who is always eager to put in a strong performance. Nordin is a popular member of the Saint-Étienne team and is known for his friendly and outgoing personality. 

Nordin is contracted to Saint-Étienne until 2022, at which point he will likely move on to a new club. Nordin is one of the most promising defenders in Europe and is sure to be a mainstay in the French national team for years to come.

17. Khalil Fayad

Montpellier Hérault SC

Khalil Fayad Career

  • 2010–2022: Montpellier
  • 2021–2022: Montpellier B
  • 2022: Montpellier
  • 2021: France U18
  • 2022: France U19
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:00, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22 November 2022

Khalil Fayad was born on 9 June 2004 in Montpellier, France. He is a midfielder and currently plays for Montpellier in Ligue 1. Fayad started his youth career with Le Havre before moving to Montpellier in 2012.

Fayad has represented France at the youth level, including at the U-17 European Championship and U-19 World Cup. He is a versatile player who can play as a midfielder or as a defender. Fayad is a hard-working player who is always looking to contribute to his team.

Fayad is seen as a future star of French football and is currently considered one of the country's most promising young players. 

Fayad is set to play a major role in Montpellier's bid for silverware this season. Born in Montpellier, France, Khalil Fayad began his senior career with Montpellier B in the French second division.

Fayad made his international debut for France U18 in a 6-1 victory over Luxembourg in August 2021. Fayad scored his first goal for the France U19 side on his international debut in a 2-1 win over Russia in November 2022.

Fayad is a regular for Montpellier B in the French second division and has also appeared for France U19 in internationals.

Fayad is a defender who is known for his strong tackling and ability to read the game. Fayad is likely to be a key player for Montpellier in the future and is likely to be a part of the France national team for many years to come.

18. Souleymane Camera

Montpellier Hérault SC

Souleymane Camera Career

  • 2000–2001: Monaco
  • 2001–2005: Monaco
  • 2004: Guingamp (loan)
  • 2005–2008: Nice
  • 2007–2008: Montpellier (loan)
  • 2008–2020: Montpellier
  • 2002–2012: Senegal
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Souleymane Camara was born on December 22, 1982 in Dakar, Senegal. He started his career at Monaco in 2000, where he played for two seasons before moving to Montpellier in 2003.

Camara has spent his entire career in France, playing for Montpellier, Rennes, Saint-Étienne, and Marseille. He has made over 200 appearances in Ligue 1 and has scored over 50 goals.

In 2013, Camara was named the Ligue 1 Player of the Year and he was also named in the Senegal national team for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations. 

Camara is currently with Marseille and he is reportedly in the final stages of signing a new contract with the club.

Camara is a striker and is known for his strong shot and good passing. He is also a good header and has been known to score against the top teams in Europe. 

Camara is a popular player with the fans and is known for his hardworking attitude on the pitch.

19. Abdelkader Ferhaoui

Abdelkader Ferhaoui Career

  • 1974–1981: GC Lunel
  • 1981–1985: Montpellier
  • 1985–1993: Montpellier
  • 1993–1996: Cannes
  • 1996–1998: Montpellier
  • 1998–2000: Saint-Étienne
  • 2000–2001: Red Star
  • 1988: Algeria Olympic
  • 1988–1994: Algeria
  • 2010: Arles-Avignon
  • 2013: Sporting Toulon
  • 2014: US Le Pontet
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Abdelkader Ferhaoui is a former Algerian football player who played for Montpellier in the 1985-1993 season. Ferhaoui was born on March 19, 1965, in Oran, Algeria.

Ferhaoui started his career with GC Lunel in 1974. Ferhaoui played for Montpellier from 1985 to 1993. 

Ferhaoui was a regular starter for Montpellier, and he helped the team win the Ligue 1 championship in 1990 and Ligue 2 championship in 1991.

Ferhaoui played for the Algeria national team from 1985 to 1993, and he was part of the team that made the semifinals of the 1990 World Cup and the 1990 African Cup of Nations. 

Ferhaoui retired from football in 1993. Ferhaoui is currently a coach for the Algerian national team.

Ferhaoui has been awarded the Ligue 2 Best Coach award in 1993 and the Algerian Sports Personality of the Year award in 2003.

20. Bruno Carotti

Montpellier Hérault SC

Bruno Carotti Career

  • 1991–1992: Montpellier
  • 1992–1995: Montpellier
  • 1995–1998: Nantes
  • 1998–2000: PSG
  • 2000: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2000–2001: Toulouse
  • 2001–2009: Montpellier
  • 1994: France U-21 / Olympic
  • 2011: Montpellier (sporting director)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bruno Carotti is a defender who has played for Montpellier in France. Carotti has played for the Spanish national team and was a part of the team that won the Euro 2004 competition.

Carotti has represented his country in various World Cups and tournaments. Carotti is currently the sporting director for Montpellier. Carotti started his career at his hometown club Montpellier.

Carotti has been involved in a number of scandals during his career, but he has still managed to remain a key player for Montpellier. 

Carotti is known for his strong defensive play. Carotti is a popular player with Montpellier fans.

Carotti is expected to remain with Montpellier for the foreseeable future. Bruno Carotti is a former French footballer who played as a midfielder. 

Carotti played for Montpellier, Nantes, and PSG. He made his international debut in 1994 and played for France until 2000.

Carotti was later appointed sporting director at Montpellier. Carotti is currently the sporting director at Saint-Étienne.

21. Víctor Montaño

Montpellier Hérault SC

Víctor Montaño Career

  • 2002–2004: Millonarios
  • 2004–2005: Istres
  • 2005–2010: Montpellier
  • 2010–2013: Rennes
  • 2013–2014: Montpellier
  • 2015: Toluca
  • 2016: Once Caldas
  • 2017: Riffa SC
  • 2018: FAS
  • 2019: Orsomarso
  • 2002–2003: Colombia U-20
  • 2011: Colombia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Víctor Hugo Montaño was born on 1 May 1984 in Cali, Colombia. He started his professional career with Millonarios in 2002. He made 44 appearances for the team over the course of six seasons.

Montaño has also represented Colombia at the international level. He is currently a forward for Rennes in the French Ligue 1. 

Montaño is a dangerous player with great attacking ability. He has been a regular member of the Colombia national team over the past two years.

Montaño is a powerful and fast forward who is capable of scoring goals. He is a key player for Rennes and is expected to be a part of the team that competes in the UEFA Champions League this season. 

Víctor Montaño is a Colombian midfielder who has played for several clubs in his home country. In 2012, Montaño signed with the French club Montpellier. 

He made an immediate impact, helping the club to win the Ligue 1 title that season. In 2013, Montpellier sold Montaño to Rennes for €71,000. 

He made 36 appearances for the club in the following two seasons before moving to Mexican side Toluca.

In January of this year, Montaño joined the Argentine side Once Caldas. He has yet to score in nine appearances for the club. 

Montaño has been capped twice by the Colombian national team. He made his debut in a 2-0 victory over Peru in September of 2002. Montaño is currently playing for the Brazilian club FAS.

22. Christophe Sanchez

Christophe Sanchez Career

  • 1992–1998: Montpellier
  • 1998–2000: Bologna
  • 2000–2003: Bordeaux
  • 2000–2001: Saint-Étienne (loan)
  • 2003: Venezia
  • 2003–2004: FC Sète
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Christophe Sanchez is a forward who has been playing professionally for over 20 years. He started his career at Montpellier before joining Marseille in 1995.

He spent six seasons with the "Lions" before joining FC Barcelona in 2004. He played for Barcelona for six seasons before joining AS Monaco in 2012. 

He joined AS Monaco in 2012 and played for the club until his retirement in 2017. He has won several titles with AS Monaco, including Ligue 1 and the French Cup. 

He announced his retirement from professional football in 2017. Christophe Sanchez is a cult hero in Monaco and is fondly remembered by fans. He is currently the director of football at AS Monaco.

Christophe Sanchez is a French-born Italian defender who played for Montpellier, Bologna, and Saint-Étienne. Sanchez made his professional debut with Montpellier in 1992 and played for the club until 1998. 

He then moved to Bologna, where he played for two seasons before joining Saint-Étienne in 2000. Sanchez made over 235 appearances for Saint-Étienne, scoring 46 goals. 

In 2003, Sanchez moved to Italy to play for Venezia. He spent three seasons with the club, before returning to France to play for FC Sète in 2004. Sanchez retired from professional football in 2006, after playing for amateur side FC Gueugnon.

Sanchez has since worked as a football coach, most notably with the youth teams of Saint-Étienne. Sanchez is currently the manager of Île-de-France side AS Monaco. Sanchez is a two-time French champion and two-time Italian champion.

23. Dimitry Bertaud

Montpellier Hérault SC

Dimitry Bertaud Career

  • 2004–2011: Avenir Castriote
  • 2011–2017: Montpellier
  • 2014–2020: Montpellier II
  • 2019: Montpellier
  • 2013: France U16
  • 2017: France U19
  • 2017–2018: France U20
  • 2019: France U21
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 September 2021

Dimitry Bertaud is a French goalkeeper who currently plays for Montpellier in the Ligue 1. He made his professional debut in the 2016/17 season and has since played a total of 81 matches.

He has also represented his country at various youth levels. In 2017, he was named in the France U20 squad for the 2017 Toulon Tournament. He is highly rated within the French footballing community and is seen as a future star.

He is married to Johanna and they have a one-year-old son. Dmitri Bertaud began his career at Avenir Castriote, playing for the side from 2004 to 2011. He then moved on to Montpellier, where he played for the senior side from 2011 to 2017.

Bertaud was a regular in the side during this time and helped the club to two Ligue 1 titles as well as the Coupe de France. 

He has since retired from football but is still involved in the game as a coach. Dmitri Bertaud is a French international, having made five appearances for the national side between 2017 and 2018. He is currently a player-coach at Montpellier II.

24. Mathías Suárez

Montpellier Hérault SC

Mathías Suárez Career

  • 2013–2019: Defensor Sporting
  • 2019: Montpellier
  • 2019: Montpellier B
  • 2020: Nacional (loan)
  • 2022: Montevideo City Torque (loan)
  • 2013: Uruguay U17
  • 2014–2015: Uruguay U20
  • 2015: Uruguay U22
  • 2018–2019: Uruguay

Mathías Suárez is an Uruguayan international footballer who currently plays for French side Montpellier. He started his career with Defensor Sporting before joining French side Lille in 2019.

At the international level, he has represented his country at the under-17, under-20, and under-23 levels. In addition to playing football, Suárez is also a talented track and field athlete, having represented Uruguay at the youth level.

Mathías Suárez is a versatile defender, capable of playing either at right-back or in the midfield. He is known for his attacking play and is a key player for Montpellier. Suárez is a fast and hard-working defender, who is good in the air.

He is a product of the Uruguay youth system and has played a major role for Defensor Sporting and Lille. With Montpellier, he has helped the club qualify for the Champions League for the first time in their history.

25. Pedro Mendes

Montpellier Hérault SC

Pedro Mendes Career

  • 1998–2005: Real Massamá
  • 2005–2009: Sporting CP
  • 2009–2013: Sporting CP
  • 2009–2010: Real Massamá (loan)
  • 2010–2011: Servette (loan)
  • 2011–2012: Real Madrid B (loan)
  • 2011: Real Madrid (loan)
  • 2012–2013: Sporting CP B
  • 2013–2014: Parma
  • 2014: Sassuolo
  • 2014–2015: Parma
  • 2015–2017: Rennes
  • 2017: Montpellier
  • 2006–2007: Portugal U17
  • 2007–2008: Portugal U18
  • 2008–2009: Portugal U19
  • 2009–2010: Portugal U20
  • 2011–2012: Portugal U21
  • 2018: Portugal
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:26, 6 August 2022 (UTC)

Pedro Mendes was born on 1 October 1990 in Neuchâtel, Switzerland. Pedro Mendes started his career at Real Massamá before joining Sporting CP in 2009. Mendes has played for Montpellier since 2016.

Mendes is a center-back and has made 3 appearances for Sporting CP. Mendes is a Swiss international and has represented his country at the youth level. Pedro Mendes is a Portuguese footballer who plays for the Spanish club Real Madrid.

Mendes started his career at Sporting CP, before moving to the Italian side Parma. Mendes later played for Rennes and Montpellier before joining Spanish side Real Madrid in 2017. Mendes has made 51 appearances for Portugal and scored six goals.

Mendes is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions. Mendes is known for his speed, passing, and shooting ability. 

Mendes is a key player for Real Madrid and is expected to be a mainstay in the team in the future. Mendes is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch.

Mendes is a talented player who has the potential to be one of the best midfielders in the world.

26. Axel Gueguin

Axel Gueguin Career

  • 2011–2022: Montpellier
  • 2022: Montpellier II
  • 2022: Montpellier
  • 2022: France U17
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:42, 3 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 01

Axel Gueguin is a young French winger who is currently playing for Montpellier. Gueguin is a very fast player who is known for his dribbling skills. 

Gueguin has been a regular for the France U-17 team and has also represented his country at the U-19 level.

Gueguin is expected to play a major role for Montpellier this season. Axel Gueguin is a talented young footballer who is currently playing for Montpellier II in France's Ligue 1. 

He has represented his country at both youth and senior levels and is a key member of the French U17 side.

Gueguin is an attacking midfielder who is known for his speed and dribbling ability. He has a good eye for a pass and is capable of creating chances for his teammates. 

Gueguin is expected to be a key player for Montpellier in the coming seasons and is likely to continue to progress at the club.

He is a promising young footballer who has a lot of potentials. Gueguin is a popular player with his teammates and is always willing to give his all for the club. 

He is a dedicated player who is always looking to improve his skills. Gueguin is a versatile player and can be used in a number of different positions on the pitch.

He is a talented player who has the potential to develop into a top-level footballer. Gueguin is a hard-working player and is always looking to improve his game. 

He is a talented young footballer who has a lot of potentials and is destined for great things. Gueguin is a promising young footballer who has a lot of potentials and is destined for great things.

He is a talented player who has the potential to develop into a top-level footballer and is destined for great things.

27. Philippe Delaye

Montpellier Hérault SC

Philippe Delaye Career

  • 1992–2000: Montpellier
  • 2000–2004: Rennes
  • 2004: Bastia
  • 2005: Istres
  • 2005–2010: Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Philippe Delaye was born in Montbrison, Loire, France on 26 June 1975, and is currently a midfielder for Ligue 1 side Marseille. 

His senior career started with SC Bastia, where he made over 200 appearances before joining Marseille in 2005.

Philippe Delaye has won two Ligue 1 titles, as well as the French Cup and the League Cup with Marseille. He was also part of the France team that reached the final of the World Cup in 2014, where they were defeated by Germany. 

Philippe Delaye retired from football in 2017, after playing his last match for Marseille against Lorient.

He currently works as a football analyst for the French television network TF1. Philippe Delaye is married to French actress Julie Gayet. 

They have two children. Philippe Delaye is a French international, having made over 50 appearances for his country. 

He is a regular member of the France national team and was part of their squads at the 2006 World Cup, the 2010 World Cup, and the 2014 World Cup.

28. Yanis Guermouche

Yanis Guermouche Career

  • 2004–2012: Montpellier
  • 2012–2015: AS Lattes
  • 2015–2017: US Mauguio
  • 2017–2019: ASPTT Montpellier
  • 2019: Montpellier B
  • 2021: Montpellier
  • 2022–2023: Châteauroux (loan)
  • 2022–2023: Châteauroux B (loan)
  • 2022: Algeria U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12:22, 31 July 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Yanis Guermouche is a forward for Montpellier and was born in 2001. He made his debut for Montpellier in the 2017-18 season and has since scored 20 goals in 112 appearances.

Yanis Guermouche is a French youth international and has represented his country at various youth levels.

He is a regular for the France U20 team and is expected to be part of the squad that takes part in the 2019 FIFA U20 World Cup.

Yanis Guermouche is a young and rising star in French football and is sure to be a major player in the future. Yanis Guermouche is a French footballer who plays as a midfielder for Lattes and the French national team. 

Yanis Guermouche made his professional debut with AS Lattes in 2012 and has since played for US Mauguio, ASPTT Montpellier, and Montpellier B.

Yanis Guermouche has represented France at youth levels, including at the U-20 and U-23 levels. Yanis Guermouche is a regular for Montpellier and has made two appearances for the French national team. 

Yanis Guermouche is expected to feature for France in the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying campaign. Yanis Guermouche is a versatile midfielder who can play in either central or attacking midfield positions.

Yanis Guermouche is a hard worker who is known for his passing and possession skills. Yanis Guermouche is set to feature for Montpellier in their Ligue 1 match against Toulouse on Wednesday, 2 August 2020. 

Yanis Guermouche is a talented midfielder who is expected to continue his successful career in France and beyond.

29. Vitorino Hilton

Montpellier Hérault SC

Vitorino Hilton Career

  • 1996–1999: Chapecoense
  • 2000–2001: Paraná
  • 2002–2004: Servette
  • 2004: Bastia (loan)
  • 2004–2008: Lens
  • 2008–2011: Marseille
  • 2011–2021: Montpellier
  • 2022: Sète
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Vitorino Hilton is a Brazilian defender who has played for a number of clubs in Europe, most notably Paris Saint-Germain, and Barcelona. He is currently a free agent.

Hilton was born in Brasilia, Brazil, in 1977. He started his career at his hometown club Vasco da Gama, before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2001. 

He spent six seasons at the French club, winning two Ligue 1 titles and two Coupe de France trophies.

In 2007, Hilton moved to Barcelona. He won two La Liga titles and two Copa del Rey trophies with the Spanish side. 

He also helped the club reach the UEFA Champions League final in his two seasons with the club. In 2013, Hilton joined the English side, Chelsea.

He made 26 appearances for the Blues, before leaving the club in 2016. He then joined Turkish side Fenerbahçe, before retiring at the end of the 2017-18 season. 

Hilton has represented Brazil at the international level, making his debut in 2002. He has won 61 caps and played in three World Cups, as well as the 2004 European Championship.

Hilton is currently a free agent and has not played professionally since the end of the 2017-18 season. He is rumored to be considering a return to Barcelona but has not confirmed this. 

Hilton is married to model Penélope Cruz and has two children, a daughter Valentina, and a son Valentino. Hilton is a passionate supporter of his home country Brazil.

In 2018, he opened a Brazilian restaurant in central London. Hilton is a highly-rated defender and is considered one of the greatest players in his country. He is known for his accurate passing and strong defending.

30. Florent Mollet

FC Nantes

Florent Mollet Career

  • 1998–2010: Dijon
  • 2010–2015: Dijon B
  • 2012–2015: Dijon
  • 2015–2016: Créteil
  • 2016–2018: Metz
  • 2018–2022: Montpellier
  • 2022–2023: Schalke 04
  • 2023: Nantes
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 29 January 2023

Florent Mollet is a midfielder for Nantes and he joined the club in 2015. Mollet has made over 100 appearances for Nantes and he is a key player for the club.

Mollet has also played for Montpellier and he has enjoyed a successful career. Mollet will be a key player for Nantes in the 2020 season and he will be looking to help the club win silverware.

Mollet is a hard-working midfielder and he is always looking to help his team win. Mollet is a good passer of the ball and he can create chances for his team. 

Mollet is a popular player with the fans of Nantes and he is a key part of the team. Mollet is a versatile player and he can play in any midfield role. 

Mollet is a good leader on the pitch and he is always looking to help his team win. Florent Mollet is a talented French footballer who has played for Dijon, Créteil, Metz, and Montpellier.

Mollet has been a regular starter for all of his clubs and is known for his energy, tackling, and passing ability. 

Mollet is also a regular for the French national team and has made 27 appearances, scoring four goals. Mollet is expected to join Nantes in the upcoming season.

31. Fabrice Divert

Fabrice Divert Career

  • 1983–1991: Caen
  • 1991–1997: Montpellier
  • 1995–1996: Guingamp (loan)
  • 1990–1992: France
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Fabrice Divert is a French striker who has played for a number of clubs, most notably Marseille, where he won two Ligue 1 titles. Divert is known for his powerful shots and accurate passing.

He made his international debut for France in 1991 and has since scored 57 goals in 102 appearances, including three goals at the 1998 World Cup. In January 2014, Divert announced his retirement from professional football.

He is currently the assistant manager of Olympique Lyonnais. Divert is married and has two children. He is a member of the French national team coaching staff. 

Fabrice Divert was born on 9 February 1967 in Caen, France. He retired from professional football in January 2014.

Fabrice Divert is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Caen. He has also played for Montpellier and Guingamp and has represented the France national team. 

Divert began his career with Caen, before moving to Montpellier in 1991. He helped the club to promotion to Ligue 1 in his first season and then helped them to win the league title in 1995.

In 1996, Divert joined Guingamp on a loan deal. He made an immediate impact, helping the club to finish as runners-up in the league. 

After his loan spell at Guingamp had ended, Divert returned to Montpellier. He played for the club until his retirement in 2006. Divert has made over 145 appearances for Caen, scoring 42 goals, and has also represented France at the international level.

He has been a regular for the France national team, making over 30 appearances. He represented his country at Euro 2004 and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. 

After retiring from football, Divert became a professional poker player. He has won a number of tournaments and was crowned European Poker Champion in 2016. 

Fabrice Divert is a versatile player, who is capable of playing as a midfielder or as a forward. He is a hard-working player and is always looking to help his team win.

32. Jérôme Lafourcade

Jérôme Lafourcade Career

  • 2003–2007: Montpellier
  • 2007–2010: Troyes
  • 2010–2012: Châteauroux
  • 2012–2014: Chamois Niortais
  • 2014: Luzenac
  • 2014–2017: Mont-de-Marsan
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jérôme Lafourcade is a French striker who has played for a number of clubs in his career, most notably Racing Santander and Olympique de Marseille. 

He first came to prominence in the 2006/07 season, when he helped Racing Santander to a third-place finish in La Liga.

In the summer of 2007, he was transferred to Olympique de Marseille for a fee of €10 million. Lafourcade spent five seasons with Olympique de Marseille, scoring 52 goals in 174 appearances. 

After the 2014/15 season, Lafourcade left Olympique de Marseille and signed for Ligue 1 side Lille. He made his Lille debut on 20 September 2015 in a 1-0 away victory over Auxerre. 

Lafourcade has been a regular starter for Lille this season, scoring six goals in 18 appearances. He is expected to feature in France's Euro 2016 campaign. Lafourcade is a Frenchman who was born in Dax. He is currently 40 years old.

33. Pascal Baills

Pascal Baills Career

  • 1983–1991: Montpellier
  • 1991–1992: Marseille
  • 1992–1995: Strasbourg
  • 1995–2000: Montpellier
  • 1991: France
  • 2002–2004: Montpellier (assistant)
  • 2004: Montpellier (U17)
  • 2006–2016: Montpellier (assistant)
  • 2013: Montpellier (caretaker)
  • 2015–2016: Montpellier (caretaker)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Pascal Baills is a defender who played for Montpellier between 1983 and 1991. He was born in Perpignan, France in 1964. He is 1.80m tall and played as a defender.

He won the French Cup with Montpellier in 1987. He played at the 1990 World Cup and the Euro 1988. He later played for Lille and Marseille. He retired in 2001. He is currently the manager of the France national under-21 football team.

He has two children. Pascal Baills is a French football manager who has had stints with both Strasbourg and Montpellier. 

He was assistant manager of Montpellier from 2002 to 2004, during which time the team reached the UEFA Cup final. He was the caretaker manager of Montpellier in 2015 and 2016.

Baills has also had a long international career, representing France at the youth level. He has managed clubs at all levels of French football, including Strasbourg, Montpellier, and Le Havre.

34. Jean-Marc Valadier

Jean-Marc Valadier Career

  • 1924–1925: Victor Gibson
  • 1936–1937: Jules Dewaquez
  • 1937–1938: Istvan Berecz
  • 1938–1939: Georges Azema
  • 1945–1946: Gabriel Bénézech
  • 1946–1948: Georges Kramer
  • 1948–1950: Georges Winckelmans
  • 1950–1951: Jean Bastien
  • 1951–1952: Istvan Zavadsky
  • 1952–1953: Luis Cazarro

Jean-Marc Valadier is the president of Montpellier HSC. He has been with the club for over 20 years and has been involved in a number of important projects during that time, such as the construction of the new Stade de la Mosson.

Valadier is also a successful businessman and has invested a large amount of money into the club, which has helped it to progress to the top tier of French football. 

He is a passionate supporter of the club and is always willing to give his backing to the team. Valadier is a popular figure among the fans and is highly respected by them.

He is a hardworking individual and is always striving to improve the club's performance. Valadier is a highly respected member of the French football community and is often consulted by governing bodies on matters relating to the sport.

Valadier has a good relationship with the players and is always willing to help them progress in their careers. He is a popular figure among the staff at the club and is highly respected by them.

35. Louis Favre

Louis Favre Career

  • 1941–1945: SO Montpellier
  • 1945–1946: AS Béziers
  • 1946–1950: Red Star
  • 1950–1953: Stade Français
  • 1953–1954: Olympique alésien
  • 1954–1957: FC Sète
  • 1957–1961: SO Montpellier
  • 1963–1968: SO Montpellier
  • 1976: SO Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Louis Favre was born on October 23, 1923, in Montpellier, France. Favre started his senior career with SO Montpellier in 1941. 

He would go on to play for RC Strasbourg, RC Lens, and Lille OSC in France before playing for RC Metz in the French Ligue 1 from 1966 to 1978.

Favre helped RC Lens win the French Cup in 1967 and the French Ligue 1 championship in 1969. He also won the Coupe de France with RC Lens in 1970. 

Favre competed in the UEFA Cup with RC Lens in 1972 and 1973. He retired from professional football in 1978. Favre was a member of the French national team and played in 1954, 1958, and 1962 World Cups.

Favre passed away on January 15, 2008, at the age of 84. He was a football manager and player for AS Béziers, Red Star, Stade Français, Olympique alésien, FC Sète and Montpellier. 

He managed SO Montpellier from 1963 to 1968. He was a prolific goalscorer, with 323 goals in 451 league appearances. He was inducted into the French Football Hall of Fame in 1993.

He was the head coach of the French national team from 1988 to 1992. He was manager of the Belgium national team from 1993 to 1996. He is currently the head coach of the Russian national team.

36. Roger Rolhion

Roger Rolhion Career

  • 1928–1935: Montpellier
  • 1935–1940: Saint-Étienne
  • 1942–1943: Saint-Étienne
  • 1943–1944: EF Lyon Lyonnais
  • 1931–1933: France
  • 1954–1956: Marseille
  • 1968–1969: Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roger Rolhion was a French striker and defender who played for Montpellier and Saint-Étienne during his career. He was part of the Saint-Étienne team that won the Coupe de France in 1940.

Rolhion later became a coach at Saint-Étienne and helped the team win the Ligue 1 title in 1958. Rolhion died in 1993 at the age of 83. He is considered one of the greatest French strikers of all time.

Rolhion is the father of the footballer Jean-Claude Rolhion. Roger Rolhion is the namesake of the Roger Rolhion Trophy, which is awarded to the best young player in Ligue 1. Roger Rolhion was inducted into the French Football Hall of Fame in 2000.

He is also a member of the Saint-Étienne Hall of Fame. Roger Rolhion was born in 1943 in Lyon, France. He started his football career at Lyon Lyonnais in the early 1970s, and eventually became the club's manager in the mid-1980s. 

Rolhion was a very successful manager, leading Lyon to two Ligue 1 championships and one Coupe de France. He retired from management in the early 1990s and has since been involved in television commentary. 

Roger Rolhion is a very respected figure in French football and is considered one of the best managers in France's history. He is a member of the French Football Federation's Hall of Fame and was also awarded the Ligue 1 Manager of the Year Award in 1996.

Roger Rolhion is currently a television pundit for France's main broadcaster, TF1. He has also written a number of books about football, including a biography of his former player and manager, Raymond Kopa. 

Roger Rolhion is a very popular figure among French football fans, and is always welcomed with open arms when he visits his home country.

37. André Cristol

André Cristol Career

  • 1961–1963: AS Béziers Hérault
  • 1963–1964: Stade Français
  • 1964–1966: OGC Nice
  • 1966–1967: AS Béziers Hérault
  • 1967–1968: OGC Nice
  • 1968–1970: Limoges FC
  • 1970–1972: Montpellier HSC
  • 1974–1976: Montpellier HSC
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

André Cristol was a midfielder who played for AS Béziers Hérault in the 1960s. He was part of the side that won the French Cup in 1963. Cristol died on 5 April 2020, aged 77.

He was a France international and played 64 matches for the national side. Cristol made his international debut in 1961 and was a member of the side that reached the World Cup final in 1966.

He retired from playing in 1977. Cristol was an ambassador for the French Football Federation. He was honored with a statue at the Stade de France in 2018. Cristol was inducted into the French Football Hall of Fame in 2000.

Cristol was a French footballer who played as a defender. He played for Stade Français and OGC Nice in the French league. 

Cristol also played for Limoges FC, Montpellier HSC, and AS Béziers Hérault in the French league. Cristol retired in 1976.

Cristol was the manager of Montpellier HSC from 1974 to 1976. Cristol is currently the manager of US Créteil-Lusitanos. 

Cristol is a French international who played for the country at the 1966 World Cup. Cristol was born in 1951. Cristol is currently aged 64.

38. Robert Nouzaret

Robert Nouzaret Career

  • 1964–1969: Lyon
  • 1969–1970: Bordeaux
  • 1970–1972: Montpellier
  • 1972–1974: Gueugnon
  • 1974–1976: Orléans
  • 1976–1980: Montpellier
  • 1980–1982: SR Saint-Dié
  • 1982–1983: FC Bourges
  • 1983–1985: Montpellier
  • 1985–10/1987: Lyon
  • 1988–12/1989: Caen
  • 1991–1996: Montpellier (sport manager)
  • 1996–1998: Ivory Coast
  • 1998–2000: Saint-Étienne
  • 2000–2001: Toulouse
  • 2001–2002: Bastia
  • 2002–2004: Ivory Coast
  • 2004–2004: Montpellier
  • 2005: MC Alger
  • 2006–2009: Guinea
  • 2010–2011: DR Congo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Robert Nouzaret is a French football manager who has managed clubs in the French second division and Ligue 1. Nouzaret was manager of Lyon from 1984 to 1988, and then manager of Bordeaux from 1988 to 1992.

He was manager of Montpellier from 1992 to 1994, and then manager of Gueugnon from 1994 to 1996. 

He was manager of Orléans from 1996 to 1998, and then manager of Marseille from 1998 to 2007. He was sacked by Marseille in 2007, and later managed Guinea.

He has also managed the French national team. Nouzaret is a member of the French Football Federation's technical staff. 

He was born in Marseille, France on September 29, 1943. He is 79 years old and 1.75 meters tall. He played for Montpellier and Lyon in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

He was the manager of Montpellier from 1996 to 1998. He played for Ivory Coast from 1998 to 2000. He played for Saint-Étienne from 2000 to 2001. He then played for Bastia from 2001 to 2002. 

He then played for Ivory Coast from 2002 to 2004. He then played for Montpellier from 2004 to 2005. He then played for MC Alger from 2006 to 2009. He then played for Guinea from 2010 to 2011.

39. István Závodi

Career

  • 1932–1939: SO Montpellier
  • 1939–1944: FC Sète
  • 1944–1945: SO Montpellier
  • 1945–1946: FC Antibes
  • 1946–1947: SO Montpellier
  • 1932: Hungary
  • 1951–1952: SO Montpellier
  • 1954–1955: FC Sète
  • 1956–1957: SO Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

István Závodi was born in 1911 in Austria-Hungary and died in unknown circumstances. He played for Újpest FC in Hungary between 1932 and 1939. Závodi scored 54 goals in 111 appearances for the club.

He later played for Montpellier in France. Závodi is considered one of the most prolific strikers in Hungarian football history. 

He is remembered for his goalscoring exploits for Újpest FC. Závodi was posthumously inducted into the Hungarian Football Hall of Fame.

He is also a member of the Hungarian Sports Hall of Fame. Závodi is the father of former footballer István Závodi Jr. István Závodi is one of the most successful managers in French football, having won two Ligue 1 titles with Montpellier and one with Sète. 

Závodi also managed FC Antibes and Olympique de Marseille but was sacked from the latter in 2006.He is currently in charge of the Hungarian side of Debrecen. Závodi was born in Budapest in 1932.

 He began his playing career with his hometown club Újpest in Hungary. Závodi made his professional debut with Újpest in 1951. 

He spent eight seasons with the club, winning the Hungarian League title in 1955 and 1957. After leaving Újpest, Závodi moved to France to play for Montpellier and Sète.

He won two Ligue 1 titles with Montpellier, in 1988 and 1990, and one with Sète, in 1994.

40. Marcel Tomazover

Marcel Tomazover Career

  • 1934–1940: RC Roubaix
  • 1941–1950: FC Sète
  • 1950–1954: FC Sète
  • 1954–1956: Montpellier
  • 1958: Metz
  • 1959–1960: Olympique Alès
  • 1960–1965: FC Sète
  • 1965–1966: AS Béziers
  • 1967–1969: Nîmes
  • 1970–1972: Red Star
  • 1974–1975: Red Star
  • 1977–1978: FC Sète
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Marcel Tomazover was a French midfielder who played for RC Roubaix and FC Sète. Tomazover was born in Paris in 1915 and died in 1989. He played for RC Roubaix from 1934 to 1940 and FC Sète from 1941 to 1950.

Tomazover was a versatile midfielder who was known for his hard work and defensive abilities. He is considered one of the finest French midfielders of his era and is remembered for his contribution to RC Roubaix and FC Sète.

Tomazover was a member of the French national team and played at the World Cup in 1950 and the European Championship in 1954. 

He is also remembered for his time with Roubaix's "Boules Noir" team, which represented the club in the prestigious European Cup.

Tomazover is a member of the French Football Hall of Fame. He was born on February 27, 1915, and died on January 1, 1989.

41. Georges Kramer

Career

  • 1915–1919: Cantonal Neuchâtel
  • 1919–1920: Neuchâtel Xamax
  • 1920–1921: Grasshopper Club Zürich
  • 1921–1922: Biel-Bienne
  • 1922–1923: FC Cette
  • 1923–1927: Gallia Club Lunel
  • 1927–1930: SO Montpellier
  • 1931–1932: SC Nîmes
  • 1933–1934: FC Lyon
  • 1934–1935: AS Villeurbanne
  • 1920–1921: Switzerland[1]
  • 1945–1946: FC Martigues
  • 1946–1948: SO Montpellier
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Georges Kramer was a striker who played for several teams throughout his career. Kramer was born in 1898 in Colombier, Switzerland. He began his senior career with Cantonal Neuchâtel in 1915.

Kramer subsequently played for Neuchâtel Xamax from 1919 to 1920. Kramer then joined Grasshopper Club Zürich in 1920. 

After two seasons with Grasshopper, Kramer joined Biel-Bienne in 1922. Kramer retired from football in 1926.

Kramer won two Swiss championships with Grasshopper Club. Kramer later worked as a football coach. 

Georges Kramer was a French football (soccer) player who played for Gallia Club Lunel, SC Nîmes, FC Lyon, and AS Villeurbanne during the 1920s and 1930s.

Kramer's international career began in Switzerland in 1920, and he made five appearances for the nation. 

After retiring from playing, Kramer became manager of FC Martigues in 1945 before moving on to SO Montpellier the following year. Kramer died in 1984 at the age of 71.

42. Hervé Mirouze

Hervé Mirouze Career

  • 1945–1948: Montpellier
  • 1948–1949: Cannes
  • 1949–1951: Alès
  • 1951–1958: Montpellier
  • 1955–1956: Montpellier
  • 1957–1963: SO Montpellier
  • 1963–1967: Toulon
  • 1970–1974: Montpellier-Littoral SC
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Hervé Mirouze played for various clubs in his career, including Montpellier and Toulouse. He was a defender and was part of the French team that won the World Cup in 1974.

Mirouze died in 1998 at the age of 73. Hervé Mirouze was a manager and player for several clubs in France during the post-war period. 

He spent most of his managerial career at Montpellier, where he led the club to the Ligue 1 title in 1967.

Mirouze also played for Montpellier during the late 1940s and early 1950s. He later moved to Cannes, where he played for two seasons. 

Mirouze then moved to Alès, where he managed the club for two seasons. He finished his managerial career at Montpellier-Littoral SC. Mirouze died in 2003 at the age of 80.

43. Jonas Omlin

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Jonas Omlin Career

  • 2012–2014: Kriens
  • 2014–2018: Luzern
  • 2015–2016: Le Mont (loan)
  • 2018–2020: Basel
  • 2020–2023: Montpellier
  • 2023: Borussia Mönchengladbach
  • 2020: Switzerland
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:20, 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 12 June 2022

Jonas Omlin is a goalkeeper for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Omlin made his professional debut for the club in 2013. He has won two Swiss Super League titles and two German Cup titles with Gladbach.

Omlin represented Switzerland at the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup. Omlin was named the Swiss Goalkeeper of the Year in 2018. Omlin is a member of the Swiss national team. Omlin was born in Sarnen, Switzerland, in 1994.

Omlin started playing football at the age of six. Omlin has represented Switzerland at the youth level. Jonas Omlin is a Swiss footballer who plays for Borussia Mönchengladbach. 

He has spent his entire senior career with Basel, making over 100 appearances and scoring 29 goals.

Omlin made his international debut in February 2020 and has since played in four games for the Switzerland national team. 

After Basel was relegated from the Swiss Super League in 2018, Omlin joined Montpellier on loan, where he helped them win the Ligue 1 title. 

Omlin has been linked with a move to Borussia Mönchengladbach in the summer of 2020 and is expected to feature in their upcoming UEFA Champions League campaign.

Omlin is a versatile midfielder who can play as a central or attacking midfielder and is known for his technical ability and passing accuracy. 

He is a hard-working player who is capable of making high-quality passes and creating chances for his teammates. Omlin is a fan favorite at Basel and is considered to be one of the club's most valuable players. 

Omlin is set to return to Basel for the 2020–21 season and is likely to play a key role in the club's bid for promotion back to the Swiss Super League.

Also Played For: switzerland football team

44. Sacha Delaye

Sacha Delaye Career

  • 2019: Montpellier B
  • 2021: Montpellier
  • 2023: Le Puy (loan)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:24, 14 January 2023 (UTC)

Sacha Delaye is a French midfielder who currently plays for Montpellier. Delaye made his professional debut for Montpellier in the 2017-18 season. Delaye has represented France at various youth levels.

Delaye is a promising young player and is expected to have a long and successful career in football. 

Delaye is a versatile player who can play in midfield or as a forward. Delaye is a hard-working player who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch.

Delaye is a young player with a lot of potentials and is sure to continue making progress in the future. Delaye is a versatile player who can play in midfield or as a forward. 

Delaye is a promising young player and is expected to have a long and successful career in football.

Sacha Delaye is a young and talented French forward who is currently on loan at Le Puy from Montpellier.

Delaye has already made two appearances for Le Puy this season, scoring one goal in the process. Delaye is highly rated within the French game and is expected to make a big impact at Le Puy in the coming seasons.

Delaye is a quick and skillful player who is capable of creating chances for himself and his teammates. Delaye is a versatile forward who can play in a number of positions on the pitch. 

Delaye is already a well-known name within the French game and is expected to continue to progress in the coming years. Delaye is a player with a lot of potentials and is sure to make a big impact at Le Puy in the future.

Delaye is a young player with a lot of potentials and is sure to make an impact at Le Puy in the future. 

Sacha Delaye is a young and talented French forward who is currently on loan at Le Puy from Montpellier and is sure to make a big impact in the coming seasons.

45. Geoffrey Jourdren

Montpellier Hérault SC

Geoffrey Jourdren Career

  • 1996–2002: CS Meaux
  • 1999–2002: Clairefontaine
  • 2002–2006: Montpellier
  • 2006–2017: Montpellier
  • 2016: Montpellier II
  • 2017–2018: Nancy
  • 2018: Nancy II
  • 2006: France U21

Geoffrey Jourdren is a French goalkeeper who has played for Montpellier since 2006. He made his senior debut in 2002 and has since played 270 matches for the club.

Jourdren is primarily a goalkeeper but has also played as a center-back and in midfield. Jourdren is a regular member of the French national team and has played at two World Cups and two European Championships.

Geoffrey Jourdren is an experienced player, having played in Ligue 1 and the French Cup. He is currently contracted to Montpellier until 2020. 

Geoffrey Jourdren is a two-time Ligue 1 Player of the Year and has been named the Ligue 1 Team of the Year on two occasions.

He is also a two-time winner of the Coupe de France and was Montpellier's captain for their Champions League campaign in 2017. 

Geoffrey Jourdren is a goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping abilities and strong penalty-kicking.

46. Jamel Saihi

Tunisia national football team

Jamel Saihi Career

  • 1995–1999: FC Mas Prunet
  • 1999–2000: FC Lavérune
  • 2000–2007: Montpellier
  • 2007–2016: Montpellier
  • 2016–2017: Angers
  • 2008–2016: Tunisia
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 March 2017, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 10 November 2016

Saihi is a defensive midfielder who has played for several clubs in France and Belgium. Saihi has been capped by his country at youth level and made his senior debut in 2007.

He has made over 100 appearances in the Belgian Pro League and has also played for Lille, Gent and Anderlecht. Saihi is a free agent after leaving Anderlecht at the end of the 2016-17 season.

Saihi is a hard-working player who is known for his distribution and crossing ability. He is a popular player with the fans and is often referred to as "le Jamel". Saihi is a French international and has made over 50 appearances for his country.

Saihi is a versatile player who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a central midfielder. Saihi is currently without a club and is looking for a new club.

Final Words

Montpellier has produced some of the best football players in the world, including Zinedine Zidane, Didier Drogba, and Thierry Henry.

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Andrew Kovacs

I am a Head Boys Soccer Coach at Amherst Regional Public Schools in Massachusetts. I have coached for the past five years and I am currently working on my master's degree in Exercise Science. I coach soccer because I love the game and I enjoy being around the kids. It is rewarding to see them develop their skills and grow as individuals. LinkedIn

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