51 Olympique De Marseille Best Players of All Time

Olympique de Marseille is one of the most successful and well-known football clubs in France. Founded in 1899, the club has played in the top tier of French football for most of its history, winning 10 Ligue 1 titles, 10 Coupes de France and three Coupes de la Ligue.

Located in the beautiful city of Marseille, the club has a passionate fan base and has been home to some of the greatest players in French football history. With a rich history and a bright future, Olympique de Marseille is a club to be reckoned with.

1. Chris Waddle

Midfielder

Career

• 1978–1980: Tow Law Town
• 1980–1985: Newcastle United
• 1985–1989: Tottenham Hotspur
• 1989–1992: Marseille
• 1992–1996: Sheffield Wednesday
• 1996: Falkirk
• 1996–1997: Bradford City
• 1997: Sunderland
• 1997–1998: Burnley
• 1998: Torquay United
• 2000–2002: Worksop Town
• 2002: Glapwell
• 2002: Stocksbridge Park Steels
• 2013–2014: Hallam
• 1984: England U21
• 1985–1991: England
• 1997–1998: Burnley
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Chris Waddle was a highly productive winger and attacking midfielder during his career. He started his career at Tow Law Town before moving to Newcastle United in 1980.

Waddle spent six seasons with Tottenham Hotspur, helping the club win three Premier League titles and two FA Cups between 1985 and 1989. 

After leaving Spurs, he joined Marseille in 1992 where he won the French Cup that year as well as another league title in 1995.

He then moved to Sheffield Wednesday where he stayed for four years before retiring in 1996 at the age of 34 due to injury problems sustained while playing for England at Euro 96 that year.

Chris Waddle is a former English football player who played as a midfielder. Chris Waddle made his professional debut with Norwich City in 1984 and went on to play for several other clubs, including Bradford City, Sunderland, Burnley, Torquay United and Glapwell. 

He retired from playing after the 2002 season and later managed Hallam between 2013-2014 before being sacked in February of that year.

In 2006 he was diagnosed with leukaemia but has since recovered fully and continues to work as a football pundit for various networks around the world.

Also Played For: sheffield wednesday f.c, newcastle united f.c.

2. Jordan Ayew

Forward

Career

• 2000–2006: Lyon Duchère
• 2006–2009: Marseille
• 2009–2014: Marseille
• 2014: Sochaux (loan)
• 2014–2015: Lorient
• 2015–2017: Aston Villa
• 2017–2019: Swansea City
• 2018–2019: Crystal Palace (loan)
• 2019: Crystal Palace
• 2010: Ghana U20
• 2010: Ghana

Jordan Ayew is a French forward who currently plays for Crystal Palace. Jordan started his career at Lyon Duchère before moving to Marseille in 2009. 

He made his senior debut for Marseille in 2009 and has since played over 100 games for the club, scoring 14 goals.

In 2014, he signed for Crystal Palace and has since been a regular starter for the team, helping them reach the Premier League last season. 

Jordan is known as an attacking midfielder who can score goals from distance or set up teammates with strong passing ability.

Jordan was born on 11 September 1991 in Marseille, France and is of Ghanaian descent.[4] He represented Ghana at youth level but joined their national team full-time in 2017.

Jordan Ayew's current contract with Crystal Palace runs until June 2020.

Also Played For: crystal palace, ghana soccer team

3. Didier Drogba

Ivory Coast national football team

Career

• 1988–1989: Tourcoing
• 1989–1991: Abbeville
• 1991–1993: Vannes
• 1993–1997: Levallois
• 1997–1998: Le Mans
• 1998–2002: Le Mans
• 2002–2003: Guingamp
• 2003–2004: Marseille
• 2004–2012: Chelsea
• 2012–2013: Shanghai Shenhua
• 2013–2014: Galatasaray
• 2014–2015: Chelsea
• 2015–2016: Montreal Impact
• 2017–2018: Phoenix Rising
• 2002–2014: Ivory Coast

Didier Drogba is a retired Ivorian footballer who played as a striker for several clubs in France and England. He began his career with French club Dunkirk, before moving to Ligue 1 side Guingamp in 2002.

After helping Guingamp reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup, he joined Chelsea where he won three Premier League titles, two FA Cups and one Champions League trophy during six seasons at Stamford Bridge from 2003 to 2010.

In January 2011, Drogba signed for Shanghai Shenhua after leaving Chelsea following their relegation from the Premier League; however, he only made five appearances for the Chinese Super League side before retiring later that year due to injury.

Drogba rejoined Marseille on a short-term contract in December 2013 but left again shortly afterward without making an appearance for them either 6 or 7 months later 8 when his contract expired. 

Since then 10, he has been playing 11 professional football 12 intermittently 13 across Europe 14.

Didier Yves Drogba was born on March 11th 1978 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.[1] He started out playing football with local sides Dunkirk[2] and Tourcoing,[3] both in France's top division Ligue.

After impressing at the youth level with Le Mans, Ivorian powerhouse Olympique de la Gamba drafted him into their squad ahead of the 1988–89 season.

However, after featuring just twice – both coming off the bench – " Dido" opted instead to join fellow second-division outfit Abbeville midway through 1989 campaign.

It wasn’t until 1991 that “The Beast” would make his debut for Vannes appearing 22 times over two seasons prior to joining ambitious third-tier Levallois Athletic alongside compatriot Nicolas Anelka on July 24th, 1993. 

Chelsea paid £16 million (then €21m/£15m) plus add-ons which took their tally up to 23million euros (£18m/$26m).

Ahead of La Liga champions Barcelona's visit to The Valley on November 26th, 1998, Didier scored an 89th-minute equalizer against Atlético Madrid providing.

Blues supporters with some much-needed silverware four years after being promoted back into English football’s top flight via Sky Bet Championship play.

Also Played For: cf montréal, 2010 fifa world cup

4. André Ayew

Ghana national football team

Career

• 1996–1998: 1860 Munich
• 1999–2006: Nania
• 2006–2007: Marseille
• 2007–2015: Marseille
• 2008–2009: Lorient (loan)
• 2009–2010: Arles-Avignon (loan)
• 2015–2016: Swansea City
• 2016–2018: West Ham United
• 2018–2021: Swansea City
• 2018–2019: Fenerbahçe (loan)
• 2021: Al Sadd
• 2009: Ghana U20
• 2007: Ghana

André Ayew is a talented French-born Ghanaian footballer who has played for several top European clubs. He started his career at 1860 Munich and then moved to Nania before joining Marseille in 2007.

Ayew helped Marseille win the Ligue 1 title in 2009, as well as the Coupe de France that season. In January 2015, he signed for Al Sadd in Qatar after helping Ghana reach the World Cup finals earlier that year.

Ayew is known for his pace and dribbling ability on the wing, which have made him a key player for both club and country over the years. 

He represented Ghana at under-20 level before making his full international debut aged 22 during an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier againstUganda in 2007 André Ayew is a Ghanaian international footballer who plays as a forward for English club Swansea City and Turkish side Fenerbahçe.

He played at the 2009 Africa Cup of Nations, where he helped Ghana to their first ever title. André Ayew has represented his country in several other tournaments, including the FIFA U-20 World Cup and the African Championships. 

In 2015, he joined French side Equatorial Guinea on loan before joining Premier League side West Ham United in 2016. 

His most recent successful spell came with Swansea City from 2018 until 2021, where he helped them win promotion to England's top division and later claimed silverware in the form of the Welsh FA cup and Championship titles.

Also Played For: africa cup of nations

5. Abedi Pele

Olympique de Marseille

Career

• 1970–1978: Great Falcons
• 1980–1982: Real Tamale United
• 1982–1983: Al Sadd
• 1983–1984: Zürich
• 1984: Dragons l'Ouémé
• 1985: Real Tamale United
• 1986–1987: Niort
• 1987: Mulhouse
• 1987–1993: Marseille
• 1988–1990: Lille (loan)
• 1993–1994: Lyon
• 1994–1996: Torino
• 1996–1998: 1860 Munich
• 1998–2000: Al Ain
• 1982–1998: Ghana
• 2004: Nania (Head Coach and President)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Abedi Ayew Pele is one of the most decorated Ghanaian footballers with over 50 caps to his name. He started his career at Great Falcons and went on to play for some of Ghana's biggest clubs including Real Tamale United, Al Sadd, Zürich.

Abedi Pele was a prolific goalscorer in his playing days and he has scored many important goals for his club and country alike. 

After retiring from professional football, Abedi Ayew embarked on a managerial career which has seen him take charge of several teams in Africa and Europe as well as coaching the Black Stars national team during their victorious campaign at the 2014.

World Cup in Brazil Abedi Pele is a Ghanaian football player who has played for several clubs in Europe, most notably Marseille and Torino.

He was part of the 1994 FIFA World Cup squad that reached the quarter-finals but was controversially sent off against Argentina. 

After retiring from playing he became manager of Nania in 2004 before being appointed head coach and president of Asante Kotoko in 2009. 

Abedi Pele won two league titles with Asante Kotoko before leaving to become the new Technical Director at Egyptian side Al Ahly in January 2016.

6. Florian Thauvin

Career

• 2000–2005: Ingre
• 2005–2007: Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle
• 2007–2008: Orléans
• 2008–2011: Grenoble
• 2011: Grenoble
• 2011–2013: Bastia
• 2013–2015: Marseille
• 2015–2017: Newcastle United
• 2016–2017: Marseille (loan)
• 2017–2021: Marseille
• 2021: Tigres UANL
• 2011: France U18
• 2012: France U19
• 2012–2013: France U20
• 2013–2014: France U21
• 2021: France Olympic
• 2017–2019: France

Florian Thauvin is a French professional footballer who currently plays for Mexican club Tigres UANL. Florian Thauvin began his career with amateur side Ingre before joining Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle in 2005.

He made his senior debut with Grenoble in 2011, and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Tigres in 2018. 

In France's run to the World Cup semi finals, he scored two goals including the decisive strike against Uruguay which helped them reach their first ever final tournament appearance.

At international level, Thauvin has represented France at under 21 level and at Euro 2016 where they reached the quarter finals before being beaten by Portugal hands down. 

Florian is married to fashion designer Amelie Le Gallo[5] and they have one child together - a daughter named Élise.

Also Played For: tigres uanl, udinese calcio

7. André-Pierre Gignac

Career

• 1990–1995: Fos
• 1995–2002: Martigues
• 2002–2004: Lorient
• 2004–2007: Lorient
• 2005–2006: Pau (loan)
• 2007–2010: Toulouse
• 2010–2015: Marseille
• 2015: Tigres UANL
• 2021: France Olympic (O.P.)
• 2009–2016: France

André-Pierre Gignac is a French professional footballer who plays as a striker for Mexican club Tigres UANL. He started his career with Lorient in 2002, before moving to Martigues the following year.

In 2004, he joined Tigres and has since scored over 100 goals in Liga MX and La Liga combined. He made his international debut for France in 2007 and has gone on to make over 60 appearances, scoring 14 times.

Gignac was named the best player at the 2014 CONCACAF Gold Cup after helping France reach the final where they were defeated by Mexico. On 7 July 2016, he signed a three-year contract with Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG.

In November of that same year he helped lead Tigres to their first ever Copa Libertadores title by scoring six goals across two legs against River Plate.

He represented France at Euro 2016 where they reached the semi-finals but were beaten by Portugal.

At Club World Cup 2017 held between December 3rd – 6th André Pierre Gignac led European Champion Paris Saint Germain Fc defeating Al Ain SC of UAE 2–1(27′ & 85′) becoming PSG’s second ever Player of The Tournament winning also The Fair Play Award.

Also Played For: toulouse fc, liga mx

8. Nicolas Nkoulou

Watford F.C.

Career

• 2007–2008: Monaco
• 2008–2011: Monaco
• 2011–2016: Marseille
• 2016–2018: Lyon
• 2017–2018: → Torino (loan)
• 2018–2021: Torino
• 2021–2022: Watford
• 2022–: Aris
• 2008: Cameroon U23
• 2008–: Cameroon

Nicolas Nkoulou is a Cameroonian centre back who currently plays for Italian club Aris. Nicolas Nkoulou began his career with Monaco, making 78 appearances in three seasons between 2008 and 2011.

In 2012, Nicolas Nkoulou moved to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala where he spent two seasons before returning to French football with Marseille in 2015. Nicolas Nkoulou has made 33 appearances for the France national team, scoring one goal.

He was part of the Cameroon squad that reached the quarter-finals of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations where they were beaten by Zambia after penalties.

On 28 May 2016, it was announced that Nicolas Nkoulou had signed for Premier League side Liverpool on a four-year deal worth £12 million. In January 2019 he joined newly promoted Serie A side Genoa on an initial season-long loan from Liverpool.

Also Played For: cameroon

9. Robert Pires

Midfielder

Career

• 1989–1992: Reims
• 1992–1993: Metz
• 1993–1998: Metz
• 1998–2000: Marseille
• 2000–2006: Arsenal
• 2006–2010: Villarreal
• 2010–2011: Aston Villa
• 2014–2015: FC Goa
• 1995–1996: France U21
• 1996–2004: France

Robert Pires was born and raised in Reims, France. He started his career at hometown club Reims before moving to Metz in 1993. After two seasons with Metz, Pires signed for Marseille where he scored 66 goals over six years from 1998-2000.

In 2000, Pires moved to Arsenal where he played 189 games and won the Premier League title twice (2002–03 and 2005–06). 

In 2006, Pires joined Spanish side Villarreal where he spent five successful seasons before retiring in 2010 at the age of 37 due to injury problems.

Robert is now a TV pundit for French television channel TF1 as well as an ambassador for several charities including UNICEF UK[4]. Robert has three children - sons Thierry Jr., 

Benjamin and daughter Lila - with wife Sylvie. On 11 December 2017, it was announced that Robert had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia,[6] but recovered after undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Also Played For: villarreal cf, arsenal f.c

10. Dimitri Payet

Career

• 1995–1998: Saint-Philippe
• 1998–1999: Saint-Pierroise
• 1999–2003: Le Havre
• 2003–2004: AS Excelsior
• 2004–2005: AS Excelsior
• 2005–2007: Nantes
• 2007–2011: Saint-Étienne
• 2011–2013: Lille
• 2013–2015: Marseille
• 2015–2017: West Ham United
• 2017: Marseille
• 2007–2008: France U21
• 2010–2018: France

Dimitri Payet is a French attacking midfielder who currently plays for Marseille. Dimitri Payet was born in 1987 in Saint-Pierre, Réunion and started playing football at the age of five.

At the age of seventeen, he joined Le Havre where he would spend three seasons before moving to AS Excelsior. In 2004, Dimitri Payet signed for Marseille where he has since made over 200 appearances and scored 30 goals.

After making an impact during his first season with Marseille, Dimitri Payet was named Ligue 1 Player of the Year in 2017–18 after helping guide them to their first ever title win in fifty years. 

With France national team captain Hugo Lloris unavailable due to injury, Dimtrii played a major part as Les Bleus reached the World Cup semi-finals where they were narrowly defeated by Croatia on penalties following a goalless draw at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium – losing 5-4 on spot kicks.

As well as being capped 24 times by his country, including two appearances at UEFA Euro 2016, Dimitri also represented Saint-Pierre/Réunion at the youth level and captained them to the prestigious Island Nation championship titles in 2006 and 2007.

Also Played For: as saint-Étienne, ligue 1

11. Hatem Ben Arfa

Midfielder

Career

• 1994–1996: ASV Châtenay-Malabry
• 1996–1998: Montrouge CF 92
• 1998–1999: Boulogne-Billancourt
• 1999–2000: Versailles
• 1999–2002: INF Clairefontaine
• 2002–2004: Lyon
• 2004–2008: Lyon
• 2008–2011: Marseille
• 2010–2011: Newcastle United (loan)
• 2011–2015: Newcastle United
• 2014–2015: Hull City (loan
• 2015–2016: Nice
• 2016–2018: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2018–2020: Rennes
• 2020: Real Valladolid
• 2020–2021: Bordeaux
• 2022: Lille
• 2002–2003: France U16
• 2003–2004: France U17
• 2005: France U18
• 2005–2006: France U19
• 2007: France U21
• 2007–2015: France

Hatem Ben Arfa was born in 1987 and started playing football at the age of 6 for his local club ASV Châtenay-Malabry. He spent six seasons with Lyon, scoring 63 goals in total before moving to Marseille in 2011.

Ben Arfa has represented France at youth level and made his full international debut against Bulgaria in November 2009. 

In 2012, he helped Marseille win the Ligue 1 title and also played a key role as they reached the UEFA Champions League semi-finals that year.

In 2016, Ben Arfa won a bronze medal with France at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro after helping them reach the final stage of Group A alongside Chile, Peru and Cameroon. 

They were eventually beaten 3–1 by Germany on penalties following a 0–0 draw after 90 minutes play.

At 35 years old, Hatem Ben Arfa is still an important player for both Marseille and Les Bleus – look out for him this season.

Also Played For: hull city, newcastle united f.c

12. Fabrizio Ravanelli

Career

• 1986–1989: Perugia
• 1989: Avellino
• 1989–1990: Casertana
• 1990–1992: Reggiana
• 1992–1996: Juventus
• 1996–1997: Middlesbrough
• 1997–2000: Marseille
• 2000–2001: Lazio
• 2001–2003: Derby County
• 2003–2004: Dundee
• 2004–2005: Perugia
• 1995–1999: Italy
• 2011–2013: Juventus (youth)
• 2013: Ajaccio
• 2018: Arsenal Kyiv
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

One of the most prolific strikers in Italian football history, Ravanelli enjoyed a successful career with Perugia, Avellino and Reggiana. He made his debut for Perugia in 1986 and went on to score 41 goals in 90 appearances for the club.

In 1989, he moved to Serie A side Avellino where he scored 6 goals before returning to Reggiana two years later. 

After helping Reggiana win promotion back to Serie A in 1992, Ravanelli then spent three seasons at Fiorentina before retiring from professional football at the age of 34 due to injury.

Since retirement, Ravanelli has worked as a television pundit and played occasional games for amateur clubs around Italy Fabrizio Ravanelli played for Juventus from 1992-1996. 

Middlesbrough before returning to Serie A with Marseille. He had a successful international career with Italy, appearing in 22 matches.

After leaving Marseille, he managed Ajaccio in Ligue 1 (2011-2013) and Arsenal Kyiv in the Ukrainian Premier League (2018).

Also Played For: middlesbrough f.c

13. Didier Deschamps

Career

• 1976–1983: Bayonne
• 1983–1985: Nantes
• 1985–1989: Nantes
• 1989–1994: Marseille
• 1990–1991: → Bordeaux (loan)
• 1994–1999: Juventus
• 1999–2000: Chelsea
• 2000–2001: Valencia
• 1988–1989: France U21
• 1989–2000: France
• 2001–2005: Monaco
• 2006–2007: Juventus
• 2009–2012: Marseille
• 2012–: France

Didier Deschamps is a French football manager and former player. He played for Marseille, Juventus, and Bordeaux in the 1990s. He became France's national team manager in 2012.

At the 2018 FIFA World Cup, he led his country to their first ever victory in the competition. Didier Deschamps was born on October 15th, 1968 in Bayonne, France. 

As a footballer he made 124 appearances for Juventus (1994-1999), Marseille (1989-1994) and Bordeaux (1990-1991).

In 2002 he took over as head coach of Saint Etienne but resigned after two seasons with an overall record of 20 wins, 16 losses and 5 draws. 

In May 2012 it was announced that he had been appointed as new manager of Les Bleus replacing Laurent Blanc who left to take charge of the Italian National Team.[7] At Euro 2016 where Les Bleus reached the final they were beaten by Portugal 1-0.

Also Played For: france national football team

14. Steve Mandanda

Goalkeeper

Career

• 1994–2000: ALM Évreux
• 2000–2005: Le Havre
• 2005–2008: Le Havre
• 2007–2008: Marseille (loan)
• 2008–2016: Marseille
• 2016–2017: Crystal Palace
• 2017–2022: Marseille
• 2022: Rennes
• 2004–2006: France U21
• 2008: France B
• 2008: France

Mandanda is a goalkeeper who has played for Marseille, Rennes and Lorient. Mandanda made his debut for Le Havre in 2005 and went on to play for the club until 2008.

He then signed for Marseille where he spent six seasons before joining Rennes in 2016. Mandanda has been capped by France at international level several times, most notably during the 2010 World Cup qualifiers and the 2014 World Cup finals tournament itself.

In 2018, he was part of the French side that won their first ever title since 1958 with victory over Croatia in the final match of the tournament. 

Mandanda is married to model Mélanie Bertrand and they have two children together - daughters Aurore (born 2009) and Loua (born 2012).

Mandanda enjoys playing golf; he currently ranks as number 122nd on Europe's top-100 players list according to Golf Digest magazine.[4] Mandanda turned 37 years old on March 28th, 2019.

Also Played For: stade rennais f.c, le havre ac

15. Laurent Blanc

Career

• 1981–1983: Montpellier
• 1983–1991: Montpellier
• 1991–1992: Napoli
• 1992–1993: Nîmes
• 1993–1995: Saint-Étienne
• 1995–1996: Auxerre
• 1996–1997: Barcelona
• 1997–1999: Marseille
• 1999–2001: Inter Milan
• 2001–2003: Manchester United
• 1989–2000: France
• 2007–2010: Bordeaux
• 2010–2012: France
• 2013–2016: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2020–2022: Al-Rayyan
• 2022: Lyon

Laurent Blanc was born on November 19th, 1965 in Alès, France. He started his career at Montpellier in 1981 and played there until 1991. After a brief spell with Napoli, he joined Saint-Étienne where he would remain for the next 18 years.

Laurent Blanc made a switch to Centre-back when he moved to Lyon in 1995 and has since been their head coach ever since (with one exception). 

In 2006/07, Blanc led Lyon to their first Ligue 1 title in over 20 years; they also reached the UEFA Champions League Final that season but lost to Barcelona on penalties after a 0-0 draw following extra time play.

On 28 May 2015 it was announced that Blanc had signed an extension to his contract as Head Coach of Lyon until 2020.

With 5 French Championships (2006–2007), 2 Coupe de la Ligue Titles (2002–2003 & 2009–2010) and 4 Trophée des champions titles (1995, 2002, 2004 & 2007) Laurent Blanc is considered one of the most successful french football coaches of all time. international caps

16. Fabien Barthez

Goalkeeper

Career

• 1979–1986: Stade Lavelanétien
• 1986–1990: Toulouse
• 1990–1992: Toulouse
• 1992–1995: Marseille
• 1995–2000: Monaco
• 2000–2004: Manchester United
• 2003–2004: → Marseille (loan)
• 2004–2006: Marseille
• 2006–2007: Nantes
• 1991: France U21
• 1994–2006: France

Fabien Barthez is a French international goalkeeper who played for Monaco and Manchester United. He was born in Lavelanet, France on June 28th, 1971. Barthez started his career with Stade Lavelanétien before moving to Toulouse in 1990.

In 1992 he joined Marseille where he remained until 2000 when he moved to Monaco; during this time, he helped the club win Ligue 1 five times and reach the UEFA Champions League final twice (1996–97 & 1999-00). 

After two seasons at Monaco, Barthez signed for Manchester United where he spent four years between 2003 and 2004 as first choice keeper.\

After leaving Old Trafford in 2004, he rejoined Marseille on loan for one season before retiring from football altogether in 2006 aged just 31 years old due to injury.

Fabien Barthez is one of the most successful goalkeepers in France football history. He played for Marseille, where he won two Ligue 1 titles and the French Cup before moving to Nantes in 2006. 

At international level, Fabien Barthez has represented France at both the World Cup and UEFA European Championship tournaments, winning the latter in 2000. 

After retiring from playing, Fabien Barthez took up coaching roles with his former clubs Marseille and Nantes respectively before joining AS Monaco as their new head coach in 2016.

17. Hiroki Sakai

Japan national football team

Career

• 2003–2008: Kashiwa Reysol
• 2009–2012: Kashiwa Reysol
• 2012–2016: Hannover 96
• 2016–2021: Marseille
• 2021: Urawa Red Diamonds
• 2011–2012: Japan U23
• 2021: Japan Olympic (O.P.)
• 2012: Japan

Hiroki Sakai is a Japanese professional footballer who currently plays for Urawa Red Diamonds. In 2003, Hiroki Sakai started his career with Kashiwa Reysol and he has since made over 200 appearances in the J-League.

At international level, Hiroki Sakai has represented Japan at under-17, under-19 and senior levels. He made his full international debut in November 2009 against Kazakhstan. In June 2018, Hiroki Sakai was named in Japan's World Cup squad by manager Vahid Halilhodzic.

He played one minute of their opening match against Croatia before being substituted off for Gen Shoji. After impressing during Japan's qualifying campaign, Hiroki Sakai signed a new contract with Urawa Red Diamonds until 2020 on 12 July 2017.

Outside of football, Hiroshi is also involved in philanthropy through his involvement with the "Hiroaki Sasakawa Memorial Foundation". Born to a Japanese father and an English mother.

Hiroshi attended Stonyhurst College, where he played for college side Lancaster University between 2010 and 2012 before joining Yokohama F Marinos on loan from Liverpool.

Also Played For: japan football team, urawa red diamonds

18. Marcel Desailly

Career

• 1986–1992: Nantes
• 1992–1993: Marseille
• 1993–1998: AC Milan
• 1998–2004: Chelsea
• 2004–2005: Al-Gharafa
• 2005–2006: Qatar SC
• 1993–2004: France

Marcel Desailly is a former French international and two-time Premier League champion defender. He began his career at Nantes before moving to Marseille in 1992.

He spent the next six seasons at Milan before joining Chelsea in 1998. After winning two Premier League titles with Chelsea, he joined Al-Gharafa in 2005. He retired from professional football in 2011.

Desailly was a key member of the France national team, making over 100 appearances and helping his country to the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship. He was named in the FIFA World Cup All-Star team in 1998 and the UEFA Team of the Year in 1998 and 2003.

Desailly was inducted into the French Football Hall of Fame in 2007. Marcel Desailly was born in Accra, Ghana on 7 September 1968 to a French father and Ghanaian mother. 

He began his footballing career at the age of eight with local side, Accra Hearts of Oak. He moved to France to join Nantes in 1986, where he made his debut two years later. He spent six seasons with Marseille before joining Milan in 1992.

Also Played For: chelsea f.c

19. César Azpilicueta

Defender

Career

• 2001–2006: Osasuna
• 2006–2007: Osasuna B
• 2007–2010: Osasuna
• 2010–2012: Marseille
• 2012: Chelsea
• 2005: Spain U16
• 2006: Spain U17
• 2007–2008: Spain U19
• 2009: Spain U20
• 2008–2011: Spain U21
• 2012: Spain U23
• 2013: Spain

César Azpilicueta is a Spanish defender who currently plays for Chelsea. Azpilicueta was born on August 28, 1989 in Zizur Mayor, Spain. He started his career at Osasuna in 2001 and played for them until 2006.

Azpilicueta moved to Marseille in 2010 and played for them until 2012. Azpilicueta joined Chelsea in 2012 and has since played for them in 342 matches. He has won several titles with Chelsea, including the Premier League and the Champions League.

Azpilicueta was a part of the Spanish team that won the Euros in 2016. He was also a part of the Spanish national team that won the World Cup in 2010. Azpilicueta is a defender who is known for his speed, positional awareness, and strong defending.

César Azpilicueta started his international career at the age of sixteen when he played for Spain's U16 team. Azpilicueta made his senior international debut in 2007, and has since gone on to make over fifty appearances for the Spanish national team.

Azpilicueta is best known for his performances at left-back, but has also been used at other positions in the back four. Azpilicueta has also been a regular for Spain's national team in the UEFA Nations League, and has helped them to reach the semi-finals.

Azpilicueta is a part of the Chelsea squad that are currently competing in the Premier League. Azpilicueta has been nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award, and has also been shortlisted for the FIFA World Player of the Year award. 

Azpilicueta has been given a number of honours by his national team, including three La Liga titles and two Champions League titles.

In May 2019, it was announced that Azpilicueta had signed a new contract with Chelsea, which will keep him at the club until 2023. César Azpilicueta is one of the most highly-rated defenders in world football, and is considered to be one of the best left-backs in the world.

Also Played For: football right back, ca osasuna

20. Mathieu Valbuena

Midfielder

Career

• 1990–2001: Blanquefort
• 2001–2003: Bordeaux
• 2003–2004: Langon-Castets
• 2004–2006: Libourne
• 2006–2014: Marseille
• 2014–2015: Dynamo Moscow
• 2015–2017: Lyon
• 2017–2019: Fenerbahçe
• 2019: Olympiacos
• 2010–2015: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 October 2015

Valbuena is a French international midfielder who is currently playing for Olympiacos. Valbuena started his career at hometown club Blanquefort before moving to Spanish side Valencia in 2003.

Valbuena had a brief spell with English side Fulham before joining Marseille in 2009. Valbuena joined Olympiacos in January 2019. Valbuena is known for his ability to score goals and has played for France at various levels.

Valbuena is a hard-working midfielder who is known for his passing and crossing ability. Valbuena is a versatile player who can play in a number of midfield positions. Valbuena is a popular figure with Olympiacos fans, who appreciate his attacking play.

Valbuena is a key player for Olympiacos in their attempt to qualify for the Champions League. Mathieu Valbuena is a French professional footballer who plays for Olympiacos. 

Valbuena made his professional debut with Bordeaux in 2001 and enjoyed a successful decade with the club, winning two Ligue 1 titles and the Coupe de France.

He joined Marseille in 2006 and helped them to win the Ligue 1 title in 2009 and the Coupe de France in 2011. Valbuena then moved to Dynamo Moscow, where he won the Russian Premier League in 2013. 

He moved to Lyon in 2015 and helped them to win the Ligue 1 title in 2017. Valbuena then joined Fenerbahçe in 2019 and helped them to win the Turkish Super Lig title.

He has also represented France at international level, making 52 appearances and scoring eight goals. Mathieu Valbuena is expected to retire at the end of the 2019-20 season.

Also Played For: olympiacos f.c, fc dynamo moscow

21. Boubacar Kamara

Aston Villa F.C.

Career

• 2005–2017: Marseille
• 2016–2018: Marseille II
• 2016–2022: Marseille
• 2022–: Aston Villa
• 2015–2016: France U17
• 2016–2017: France U18
• 2017–2018: France U19
• 2018–2019: France U20
• 2019–2021: France U21
• 2022–: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 February 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13 June 2022 (UTC)

Boubacar Kamara was born on November 23, 1999 in Marseille, France. Kamara is a defensive midfielder for Aston Villa in the English Premier League. Kamara began his career at Marseille in 2005 and played for the club until 2017.

Kamara was named Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year in 2015 and 2017. Kamara was called up to the France national team for the first time in March 2017 and made his debut in a friendly against Bulgaria on March 22. Kamara has been capped at under-19, under-20, and senior level.

Kamara was named in the French squad for the 2018 World Cup. Kamara is the son of former footballer Boubacar Kamara. Kamara is of Malian descent. 

Boubacar Kamara is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ligue 1 side Marseille and the Senegal national team.

Kamara made his senior debut for Marseille in 2016 and has since gone on to make 130 appearances for the club. 

He has represented Senegal at international level and played in their 2015 African Cup of Nations campaign, as well as their victorious 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup campaign. Kamara is known for his energy and ball-winning capabilities, and is a regular pick for Marseille in Ligue 1.

He is contracted to Aston Villa until 2022, and has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past. Kamara is a popular figure with the Marseille supporters, and has been awarded the captain's armband on occasion. 

Kamara is a versatile player, able to operate in both midfield and defence, and is seen as a long-term successor to André-Pierre Gignac at Marseille. He is eligible to represent Senegal at both the Africa Cup of Nations and the World Cup.

Kamara is a promising young player and is expected to continue his progress at Marseille in the near future.

Also Played For: euro u21, aston villa f.c

22. Bouna Sarr

Midfielder

Career

• 1998–2005: FC Gerland
• 2005–2009: Lyon
• 2009–2011: Metz
• 2010–2014: Metz II
• 2011–2015: Metz
• 2015–2020: Marseille
• 2020: Bayern Munich
• 2021: Senegal

Sarr is a right back and winger for Bayern Munich. He made his senior debut for Lyon in 2009 and has since played for Metz and Bayern Munich. Sarr has represented France at U17, U19, and U21 levels.

Sarr is known for his pace and dribbling ability. Sarr has been described as a "talented and versatile player". Sarr is a Muslim and wears a hijab. Sarr is a candidate for the French national team. Sarr has been tipped to be a future captain of Bayern Munich.

Sarr is a popular player with the fan base of Bayern Munich. At the age of 20, Sarr has already spent five seasons in France's top flight, making 137 appearances and scoring 27 goals. 

He has represented Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations twice, helping them to victory in the tournament in 2021.

Sarr is a powerful and quick forward, who is capable of both creating and scoring goals. He is an exciting player to watch, and is sure to be a major player for Metz in the future. 

Sarr is a versatile forward, able to play as a central or winger. He is a hard-working player, who always gives his all on the pitch.

Sarr is a popular and well-liked player among his colleagues and fans. He is a natural goalscorer, and is sure to continue scoring goals for Metz in the future. Sarr is a promising young player, with a bright future ahead of him.

Also Played For: senegal national football team, fc metz

23. Franck Ribéry

Midfielder

Career

• 1989–1996: Conti Boulogne
• 1996–1999: Lille
• 1999–2000: Boulogne
• 2000–2002: Boulogne
• 2002–2003: Alès
• 2003–2004: Brest
• 2004–2005: Metz
• 2005: Galatasaray
• 2005–2007: Marseille
• 2007–2019: Bayern Munich
• 2019–2021: Fiorentina
• 2021–2022: Salernitana
• 2004–2006: France U21
• 2006–2014: France

Franck Ribéry is a French winger who currently plays for Salernitana in Italy. Ribéry started his career with Conti Boulogne before moving to Lille in 1999.

In 2000, Ribéry joined Boulogne, where he made over 200 appearances over the next six years. After leaving Boulogne in 2003, Ribéry signed for Alès. Ribéry made his Premier League debut with Bayern Munich in 2014.

Ribéry has won six French titles, as well as the Ligue 1 title in 2012 and the League Cup in 2013. He is a member of the French national team and has made over 100 appearances. Ribéry was named in the FIFA World XI in 2017.

In 2019, Ribéry joined Salernitana on a technical collaborator role. Franck Ribéry is a French professional footballer who plays for Bayern Munich. Ribéry has played for clubs such as Monaco, Brest, Metz, Marseille, and Bayern Munich.

Franck Ribéry won the 2006 FIFA World Cup with France. Ribéry has been capped 81 times for France, and has scored 16 goals. 

In 2019, Ribéry joined Fiorentina on a season-long loan. Ribéry is married to former Miss France, Elsa Pataky. In 2021, Ribéry was appointed as the vice-president of the French Football Federation.

Franck Ribéry was born on 22 October 1984. Ribéry has a twin brother, Olivier, who also plays football.

Also Played For: fc bayern munich

24. Brandão

Forward

Career

• 1998–2000: Galo Maringá
• 2000–2001: União Bandeirante
• 2001–2002: Iraty
• 2002: → São Caetano (loan)
• 2002–2009: Shakhtar Donetsk
• 2009–2012: Marseille
• 2011: → Cruzeiro (loan)
• 2011: → Grêmio (loan)
• 2012–2014: Saint-Étienne
• 2014–2016: Bastia
• 2016–2017: Londrina
• 2017: → Tricordiano (loan)
• 2017: Levadiakos
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Evaeverson Lemos da Silva is a Brazilian striker who has played for clubs in his homeland and Europe. He is currently with Marseille in France. 

Brandão first came to prominence with Galo Maringá, where he scored 18 goals in 26 appearances in the Brazilian Serie A in the 1998-1999 season.

He then moved to União Bandeirante, where he played 26 matches and scored seven goals. Brandão then moved to Marseille in France in 2001, where he has since made over 150 appearances and scored 47 goals. 

He has represented Brazil at international level, and was part of the team that won the Copa America in 2004.

Brandão has also been a part of the Brazilian national team at the 2002 and 2006 World Cups. He has been capped 47 times by Brazil, scoring 16 goals. 

Brandão is a physical striker who is known for his strength and ball control. He is considered to be one of the best strikers in the French league, and is a potential future captain of Marseille.

Also Played For: fc shakhtar donetsk

25. Giannelli Imbula

U.S. Lecce

Career

• 1998–1999: US Argenteuil
• 2000–2004: Racing Club
• 2004–2005: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2005–2007: Racing Club
• 2007–2009: Guingamp
• 2009–2013: Guingamp
• 2013–2014: Marseille B
• 2013–2015: Marseille
• 2015–2016: Porto
• 2016–2020: Stoke City
• 2017–2018: → Toulouse (loan)
• 2018–2019: → Rayo Vallecano (loan)
• 2019–2020: → Lecce (loan)
• 2020: Sochi
• 2021–2022: Portimonense
• 2023–: Tuzlaspor
• 2013: France U20
• 2013–2014: France U21
• 2019–: DR Congo
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19 March 2022

Giannelli Imbula is a Belgian midfielder who currently plays for Turkish club Tuzlaspor. Imbula started his career at French side Argenteuil before moving to Racing Club in Spain.

Imbula then moved to Guingamp in France before joining Paris Saint-Germain in 2007. Imbula made his debut for Belgium in 2009 and has since made over 100 appearances for the national team.

Imbula joined Turkish club Tuzlaspor in the summer of 2013. Imbula is a versatile midfielder who can play as a defensive midfielder or as a forward. Imbula is one of Belgium's most highly-rated players and is regarded as a key figure for the national team.

Imbula is a fast and dynamic player who is capable of scoring goals. Imbula is one of the most promising young midfielders in Europe and is likely to play a major role in the future of the Belgian national team.

Also Played For: football manager 2014

26. Lorik Cana

Albania national football team

Career

• 1997–2000: FC Dardania Lausanne
• 2000–2001: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2000–2003: Paris Saint-Germain B
• 2002–2005: Paris Saint-Germain
• 2005–2009: Marseille
• 2009–2010: Sunderland
• 2010–2011: Galatasaray
• 2011–2015: Lazio
• 2015–2016: Nantes
• 2003–2016: Albania
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Lorik Cana is a footballer who has played for a number of clubs, most notably Paris Saint-Germain and Nantes. He has been capped at international level by Albania and played in the 2006 World Cup.

Cana is an agile and hard-working central defender and midfield player. He joined Nantes from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2015. He made his Ligue 1 debut for Nantes on 1 August 2015, in a 2-1 victory over Amiens.

Cana contributed to Nantes' successful defence of the Ligue 1 title in 2016. He signed for Portuguese side Braga on 31 August 2017. 

He made his Braga debut on 6 September 2017, in a 2-1 home win over Porto. Cana left Braga at the end of the 2017–18 season, after making just one appearance.

Lorik Cana is a talented and experienced defender who has played for some of the biggest clubs in Europe. Cana has experience playing in both the French and Albanian top leagues. 

He is a strong defender who is known for his aerial ability and tackling. Cana is a versatile defender who can play at both centre-back and full-back positions.

Cana is a hard-working player who is also known for his good passing ability. Cana is a key part of Lazio's defence and is often relied upon to provide leadership. Cana is a regular member of Albania's national team and has made over 93 appearances for his country. 

Cana is set to join Nantes in the summer of 2016 and is expected to make an impact in the Ligue 1 league.

Cana is a defender who is constantly looking to improve his game and is a potential long-term solution for any defence.

Also Played For: football manager 2017

27. Josip Skoblar

Career

• 1956–1958: Zadar
• 1958–1959: Zadar
• 1959–1966: OFK Belgrade
• 1966–1970: Hannover 96
• 1966–1967: Marseille (loan)
• 1969–1974: Marseille
• 1974–1977: Rijeka
• 1961–1967: Yugoslavia
• 1977–1978: Marseille (technical manager)
• 1979–1981: Orijent
• 1983–1986: Rijeka
• 1986–1987: Hajduk Split
• 1987: Hamburger SV
• 1988: Čelik Zenica
• 1988–1989: Dinamo Zagreb
• 1989: Real Valladolid
• 1990–1991: Hajduk Split
• 1991–1992: Famalicão
• 1994: NK Zagreb
• 1994: Nîmes
• 1995–1996: Rijeka
• 1998: Zadarkomerc
• 2000: Lebanon
• 2001: Marseille
• 2001: Marseille (scout)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Josip Skoblar is a former Croatian footballer who played for clubs in Yugoslavia and France. Skoblar made his professional debut in 1958 with Zadar and went on to play for OFK Belgrade, Hannover 96 and Marseille.

He was loaned to Marseille in 1966. Skoblar was a prolific forward and won the Bundesliga, French Ligue 1 and European Cup with Hannover 96. 

He later played for Marseille again. Skoblar was born in 1941 in Privlaka, Banovina of Croatia, Kingdom of Yugoslavia.

Skoblar died on 12 March 2018 at the age of 81. Josip Skoblar was born in Rijeka, Croatia in September of 1934. Skoblar played for Rijeka from 1954 to 1957, making 36 appearances and scoring 11 goals. 

Skoblar then moved to Yugoslavia, where he played for Yugoslav clubs, including 32 appearances and 11 goals for Rijeka between 1961 and 1967.

Skoblar then moved to France, where he served as technical manager of Marseille from 1977 to 1978 before returning to Croatia to manage Rijeka in 1979. 

Skoblar then moved to Germany to manage Hamburger SV from 1983 to 1986, before returning to Croatia to manage Dinamo Zagreb from 1986 to 1987. 

Skoblar then moved to Spain to manage Real Valladolid from 1987 to 1988, before returning to Croatia to manage Hajduk Split from 1988 to 1989.

Skoblar then moved to the United States to manage Čelik Zenica from 1989 to 1990, before returning to Croatia to manage Dinamo Zagreb from 1990 to 1991. 

Skoblar then moved to Japan to manage Nîmes from 1995 to 1996, before returning to Croatia to manage Rijeka from 1998 to 2000. Skoblar retired from professional football in 2000.

Also Played For: hannover 96

28. Benjamin Mendy

Defender

Career

• 2000–2007: Palaiseau
• 2007–2011: Le Havre
• 2010–2013: Le Havre II
• 2011–2013: Le Havre
• 2013: Marseille II
• 2013–2016: Marseille
• 2016–2017: Monaco
• 2017–: Manchester City
• 2009–2010: France U16
• 2010–2011: France U17
• 2011–2012: France U18
• 2012–2013: France U19
• 2014–2016: France U21
• 2017–2019: France

Mendy is a left-back for Manchester City. Mendy was born in France in 1994. Mendy started his career at Palaiseau in 2000. Mendy moved to Le Havre in 2007 and made 57 appearances for the club.

Mendy joined Manchester City in 2013. Mendy has played for France U19. Mendy is 1.85 metres tall. Mendy is a regular for Manchester City. Mendy is a left-back and is known for his attacking play.

Mendy is a powerful and fast defender who is capable of dominating games. Mendy first made a name for himself with Marseille II in the French Ligue 1 before moving to Monaco in 2016. 

Mendy has represented France at youth level and was a part of the team that won the World Cup in 2018.

Mendy is a key player for Manchester City and is set to make an impact in the Premier League this season. Mendy is a versatile defender who can play at either left or right back. 

Mendy is a hard-working defender who is always looking to make an impact on the pitch. Mendy is a physical defender who is able to challenge opponents in the air.

Mendy is a fast and powerful defender who is capable of making an impact in the midfield. Mendy is a versatile defender who is capable of playing at either left or right back and in the midfield.

Also Played For: as monaco

29. Mamadou Niang

Career

• 1998–1999: Le Havre
• 1999–2001: Troyes B
• 2001–2003: Troyes
• 2003: → Metz (loan)
• 2003–2005: Strasbourg
• 2005–2010: Marseille
• 2010–2011: Fenerbahçe
• 2011–2014: Al Sadd
• 2013: → Beşiktaş (loan)
• 2014–2015: Arles-Avignon
• 2002–2012: Senegal
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Niang started his career at Le Havre before moving to Al Sadd in 2011. Niang is a striker and has played for Senegal at senior level. Niang has scored goals at club and international level.

Niang is a Senegal international and was part of the squad that qualified for the 2014 World Cup. Niang is currently with Al Sadd in the Qatar Stars League. Niang is a Senegal international and was part of the squad that qualified for the 2014 World Cup.

Niang is a striker and has scored goals at club and international level. Niang is currently with Al Sadd in the Qatar Stars League. 

Niang is a Senegal international and was part of the squad that qualified for the 2014 World Cup. Mamadou Niang is a French-born Senegalese footballer who plays as a striker for Turkish club Beşiktaş.

Niang has represented his country at youth level, and made his senior debut in 2002. He has played for several clubs in France and in Europe, most notably Troyes, Strasbourg and Marseille. 

Niang joined Turkish side Beşiktaş in January 2015. Niang has scored 41 goals in 90 appearances for Senegal, making him their all-time leading goalscorer.

He was a member of the Senegal squad that reached the quarter-finals of the 2014 African Cup of Nations. Niang was born in France to Senegalese parents. 

Mamadou Niang is the son of former footballer and international coach Abdoulaye Niang. Mamadou Niang is married and has two children.

30. Jean-Pierre Papin

Forward

Career

• 1983–1984: INF Vichy
• 1984–1985: Valenciennes
• 1985–1986: Club Brugge
• 1986–1992: Marseille
• 1992–1994: AC Milan
• 1994–1996: Bayern Munich
• 1996–1998: Bordeaux
• 1998–1999: Guingamp
• 1999–2001: Saint-Pierroise
• 1986–1995: France
• 2004–2006: Bassin d'Arcachon
• 2006–2007: Strasbourg
• 2007–2008: Lens
• 2009–2010: Châteauroux
• 2014–2015: Bassin d'Arcachon
• 2020–2022: C'Chartres

Papin is a French professional footballer who played as a striker. He began his career at Infantino Vichy, before joining Club Brugge in 1985. He then moved to Marseille in 1986, where he made 215 appearances and scored 134 goals.

He spent two seasons with AC Milan, before joining Bayern Munich in 1994. He retired from professional football in 1996. He has since been appointed technical advisor at Marseille. Papin was part of the France team that won the 1998 World Cup.

Papin was named the 2006 Ballon d'Or recipient, and was also the inaugural winner of the Ligue 1 Golden Boot. He was also named in the FIFPro World XI in 1998, 2001, and 2004. 

Papin is a French football manager and former player. He played as a midfielder for several clubs, including Bordeaux, Guingamp, and Saint-Pierroise.

He managed Bassin d'Arcachon and Strasbourg in his career. In his first managerial job, he led Lens to the French Ligue 2 title. In the 2010–11 season, he took over at Châteauroux, where he led them to the Ligue 2 title. 

In the 2014–15 season, he was appointed manager of Bassin d'Arcachon. In the 2016–17 season, he led C'Chartres to the Ligue 2 title. 

In the 2020–21 season, he will take over as manager of Ligue 1 club Marseille. Jean-Pierre Papin is a French football manager and former player.

31. Marius Trésor

Defender

Career

• 1958–1969: Juventus de Sainte-Anne
• 1969–1972: Ajaccio
• 1972–1980: Marseille
• 1980–1984: Bordeaux
• 1971–1983: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Marius Trésor was born on 15 January 1950 in Guadeloupe. He is a defender and played for France in the 1974 World Cup. Trésor later played for Monaco, Racing Club de France, Olympique Lyonnais, and Paris Saint-Germain.

He was awarded the Ligue 1 title with PSG in 2007. He is currently the manager of the Guadeloupe national football team. Trésor is married and has three children. Marius Trésor was born on July 10, 1958 in Ajaccio, a French city on the Mediterranean coast.

Trésor played for Juventus de Sainte-Anne, a club in the French second division, between 1969 and 1972. 

He then signed with Marseille, where he played for eight years, making 253 appearances and scoring 93 goals. Trésor made his international debut for France in 1971 and played for the national team until 1983.

He was a part of the Marseille team that won the Ligue 1 title in 1984 and the Coupe de France in 1985. After finishing his playing career, Trésor became a manager. 

He led Ajaccio to the Ligue 2 title in 1998 and then took charge of Bordeaux, where he led the team to the Coupe de France in 2002. Trésor retired as a manager in 2005.

He currently works as a football analyst for French television. Marius Trésor is one of the most decorated French football players of all time, having won several prestigious titles with Marseille and Ajaccio.

32. Samir Nasri

Midfielder

Career

• 1995–1997: Pennes Mirabeau
• 1997–2004: Marseille
• 2004–2008: Marseille
• 2008–2011: Arsenal
• 2011–2017: Manchester City
• 2016–2017: → Sevilla (loan)
• 2017–2018: Antalyaspor
• 2019: West Ham United
• 2019–2020: Anderlecht
• 2002–2003: France U16
• 2003–2004: France U17
• 2004–2005: France U18
• 2005–2006: France U19
• 2006–2007: France U21
• 2007–2013: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Nasri is a French attacking midfielder who has played for Marseille and Manchester City in the English Premier League. Nasri was born in 1987 and started his career with Pennes Mirabeau.

He joined Marseille in 2004 and made 121 appearances for the club before joining Manchester City in August 2011. Nasri has won the Ligue 1 title with Marseille and the French Cup with Manchester City.

He was a part of the France team that won the 2012 UEFA European Championship. Nasri has represented France at the Olympics and World Cup. Nasri has also been capped 51 times by France. He is a member of the Algerian national team.

Nasri is married to his long-time girlfriend, Elodie. Nasri was born in Marseille, France on September 10th, 1986. 

He started his career with Marseille, where he made his professional debut in 2002. Nasri spent five seasons with Marseille, winning two Ligue 1 titles and a Coupe de France.

In 2006, Nasri signed with Manchester City, where he spent four seasons. Nasri was a key player for City during their glory years, winning two Premier League titles and the FA Cup. 

In 2011, Nasri signed with Arsenal, where he spent six seasons. He left Arsenal in 2017, joining Sevilla on a loan.

Nasri returned to Arsenal in 2018, and has since played for Antalyaspor and West Ham United. Nasri is currently with Anderlecht.

33. Gunnar Andersson

Forward

Career

• 1943–49: IFK Åmål
• 1949–1950: IFK Göteborg
• 1950: Kjøbenhavns Boldklub
• 1950–1958: Marseille
• 1958: SO Montpellier
• 1958–1960: Bordeaux
• 1960–1961: AS Aix
• 1961–1962: CAL Oran
• 1962–1963: AS Gignac
• 1964: IFK Arvika[1]
• 1956: France B
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Gunnar Andersson was born on August 14, 1928 in Arvika, Sweden. He played for IFK Åmål from 1943 to 1949, and then for IFK Arvika from 1949 to 1969. Gunnar Andersson was a striker who is best remembered for his time with Åmål.

Gunnar Andersson died on October 1, 1969, at the age of 41, in Marseille, France. Gunnar Andersson was inducted into the Swedish Football Hall of Fame in 1978. 

Andersson was a talented and successful player in the 1950s and 1960s, playing for some of the biggest clubs in France and Italy.

He is most famous for his time with Marseille, where he won two Ligue 1 titles and made a significant contribution to the club's success.

 Andersson also enjoyed a successful international career, playing for France at various tournaments. He retired from professional football in the early 1970s.

Andersson is now a football commentator and analyst. He has written several books about his career and is a regular guest on television and radio. Gunnar Andersson is one of the most decorated footballers of the 1950s and 1960s.

34. Roger Scotti

Midfielder

Career

• 1942–1958: Marseille
• 1950–1956: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Roger Scotti was a french actor, film director and screenwriter. He was born in Marseille, France on July 29, 1925. He died in 2001 at the age of 76. He started his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in a number of French films.

He later moved into directing and screenwriting, directing such films as "The Ladykillers" (1955) and "The Wasp Woman" (1965). He has been awarded a number of accolades for his work, including the Cesar Award for Best Director in 1978.

Roger Scotti is buried in the Cimetiere du Montparnasse in Marseille. Roger Scotti was born on October 4, 1929 in Marseille, France. 

He started his career with Marseille in the 1942-1958 season and made 403 appearances. He played for France in the 1950-1956 international season and made 2 appearances.

He retired from professional football in the 1958-1959 season. Roger Scotti is regarded as one of the best midfielders in Marseille history. 

He won several trophies with the club, including the Coupe de France in 1958 and the French championship in 1955 and 1957. Roger Scotti was also a successful international player.

He represented France at the 1950 World Cup and the 1954 European Championship. Roger Scotti is currently a football commentator for French television. 

He is also a football coach. He currently coaches the under-17 and under-19 teams for Marseille. Roger Scotti is a member of the French Football Hall of Fame.

35. Rod Fanni

Defender

Career

• 1999–2000: Martigues
• 2000–2002: Martigues
• 2002–2005: Lens
• 2004–2005: → Châteauroux (loan)
• 2005–2007: Nice
• 2007–2011: Rennes
• 2011–2015: Marseille
• 2015–2016: Al-Arabi SC
• 2016: → Charlton Athletic (loan)
• 2016–2018: Marseille
• 2018–2020: Montreal Impact
• 2008–2010: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 11 November 2020, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 October 2009

Rod Fanni is a French centre-back who has played for both Martigues and Lyon. He has represented France at U-16, U-18, U-21 and senior level. Fanni made his debut for Lyon in the 2002/03 season, and has gone on to make over 150 appearances for the club.

He signed for Marseille in the summer of 2013, and helped the club to win Ligue 1 in his first season. Fanni signed for PSG in the summer of 2017, and helped the club to win the Coupe de France in his first season. 

At international level, Fanni has represented France at every level from U-16 to senior level, including UEFA Euro 2004.

Fanni is a regular member of the French national team, and has been called up to the national side for the 2006 World Cup, the 2010 World Cup and the 2014 World Cup. 

Fanni is also a regular member of the French national team squad for Euro 2012 and Euro 2016. Rod Dodji Fanni was born on 6 December 1981 in Martigues, France.

36. Benoît Cheyrou

Midfielder

Career

• 1987–1997: Racing Paris
• 1997–1999: Lille
• 1999–2004: Lille
• 2004–2007: Auxerre
• 2007–2014: Marseille
• 2015–2017: Toronto FC
• 1999–2000: France U19
• 2000: France U20
• 2002–2004: France U21
• 2018: Toronto FC Academy
• 2019: La Salesienne (assistant)
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Benoît Cheyrou joined Racing Paris as a youth in 1987 and made his professional debut in 1997. He spent six seasons at Lille before joining Marseille in 2013.

He has made over 200 appearances in the French top-flight, and has also been capped at international level by France. In 2016, he left Marseille and signed with La Salesienne.

Cheyrou is known for his versatility and energy in the midfield, and is currently an assistant at La Salesienne. Benoît Cheyrou is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Toronto FC in Major League Soccer.

Benoît Cheyrou began his career with Lille in 1999, before moving to Auxerre in 2004. He spent six seasons with Auxerre, helping the club to consecutive Ligue 1 titles in 2007 and 2008. 

In July 2014, Cheyrou joined Marseille. He spent two seasons with the club, helping them to win the Ligue 1 title in 2015.

In January 2017, Cheyrou transferred to Toronto FC, joining the club as a Designated Player. He made his debut for Toronto FC in March 2017, playing the full 90 minutes in a 0-0 draw against the Chicago Fire. 

In 2018, Cheyrou was appointed manager of Toronto FC Academy. He led the club to the playoffs, where they lost to the Vancouver Whitecaps in the semi-finals.

In 2019, Cheyrou was appointed assistant manager of La Salesienne.

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37. Taye Taiwo

Defender

Career

• 2003–2004: Gabros
• 2004: Lobi Stars
• 2005–2011: Olympique de Marseille
• 2011–2013: Milan
• 2012: → Queens Park Rangers (loan)
• 2012–2013: → Dynamo Kyiv (loan)
• 2013–2015: Bursaspor
• 2015–2016: HJK Helsinki
• 2017: Lausanne
• 2017: AFC Eskilstuna
• 2018–2019: RoPS
• 2020: Doxa Katokopias
• 2020–2021: Palm Beach Stars
• 2021–2022: Sant'Angelo
• 2022: SalPa
• 2004–2012: Nigeria
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 June 2022

Taiwo is a left back who has played for Marseille and SalPa. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria and started playing football at a young age. He made his senior debut for Lobi Stars in 2004.

He joined Marseille in 2008 and has since played for the club in Ligue 1, the French Cup and the UEFA Champions League. Taiwo is a regular for the Nigeria national team and has made over 50 appearances.

He is currently contracted to SalPa. Taiwo is a versatile defender and is known for his strong defensive play. He is a fast and powerful defender who is difficult to beat. Taiwo is a key player for SalPa and is expected to play a major role in the club's future.

Taye Taiwo began his career at Olympique de Marseille, where he spent nine seasons. He then moved to Milan, where he played four seasons before joining Queens Park Rangers on loan. 

He then spent two seasons with Dynamo Kyiv before joining Bursaspor. He then spent two seasons with HJK Helsinki before joining Lausanne.

He then spent one season with AFC Eskilstuna before joining RoPS. He then joined Palm Beach Stars. He then joined Sant'Angelo. He then joined SalPa. He then joined Nigeria.

38. Charles Kaboré

Midfielder

Career

• 2003–2004: SONABEL
• 2004–2006: EF Ouagadougou
• 2006–2008: Libourne Saint Seurin
• 2008: → Marseille (loan)
• 2008–2013: Marseille
• 2013–2016: Kuban Krasnodar
• 2015–2016: → Krasnodar (loan)
• 2016–2019: Krasnodar
• 2019–2021: Dynamo Moscow
• 2022–: Niort
• 2006–: Burkina Faso

Charles Kaboré is a midfielder who currently plays for Niort in Ligue 1. Kaboré has played for several clubs in his career, including SONABEL, EF Ouagadougou, and Marseille (loan).

Kaboré is a Burkina Faso international and has made 26 appearances for Niort since joining the club in 2008. Kaboré is known for his hard work and fast-paced play on the pitch. Kaboré is one of Niort's longest-serving players and is highly-rated by the club's supporters.

Kaboré is expected to play a key role in Niort's bid for promotion this season. Kaboré is a popular figure among Niort's supporters and is often seen socialising in the club's fan zones. 

Kaboré is one of the few African players in the top leagues of Europe. Kaboré is a versatile midfielder who can play in a number of positions on the pitch.

39. Habib Beye

Defender

Career

• 1994–1997: US Marly Le Roi
• 1997–1998: Paris Saint-Germain II
• 1998–2003: Strasbourg
• 2003–2007: Marseille
• 2007–2009: Newcastle United
• 2009–2012: Aston Villa
• 2011–2012: → Doncaster Rovers (loan)
• 2012: Doncaster Rovers
• 2001–2008: Senegal
• 2021: Red Star (assistant)
• 2021–: Red Star
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Habib Beye was born in France in 1977. He began his career with US Marly Le Roi in 1994. He made his debut for Newcastle United in 2008. Beye has also played for Marseille, Lille, and Chelsea.

Beye is currently manager of Red Star Belgrade. Beye has been capped 62 times by France. Beye is a right-back. Beye is one of the most capped French players of all time. Beye is a regular in the French national team.

Habib Beye is a Senegalese football manager who has managed clubs in France and England. He was assistant manager at Red Star Belgrade before joining them as manager in 2021. He has managed clubs in France, England and Serbia.

He has won two trophies as manager, with Red Star Belgrade in the Serbian SuperLiga and Doncaster Rovers in the Football League Championship. He is a former midfielder who played for several clubs in France and Senegal. He has a UEFA A coaching licence.

He has a degree in sports science from the University of Lille. He is married and has two children. He is a Senegalese international who has played for Senegal since 2001.

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40. Manuel Amoros

Career

• 1972–1977: Gallia Club Lunel
• 1977–1980: Monaco
• 1979–1980: Monaco II
• 1980–1989: Monaco
• 1989–1993: Marseille
• 1993–1995: Lyon
• 1995–1996: Marseille
• 1999: AS Saint-Rémy
• 1982–1992: France
• 2004–2006: Kuwait (assistant)
• 2010: Comoros
• 2012–2014: Benin

Manuel Amoros was born on 1 February 1962 in Nîmes, France. Amoros started his career with Gallia Club Lunel before joining Monaco in 1977. After Monaco, Amoros played for Marseille, Lyon, and Lorient.

Amoros retired from professional football in 1995. Amoros is currently a football manager. Amoros has made 36 appearances in Ligue 1 for Monaco and 108 appearances in Ligue 1 for Marseille and Lyon. Amoros represented France at international level.

Amoros is currently the manager of Olympique Marseille. Amoros is considered to be one of the best right-backs of his era. Manuel Amoros is a French football manager and player who has played for Marseille and AS Saint-Rémy. 

In 1982, Amoros made his international debut for France and has since gone on to represent his country at UEFA European Championship, as well as the Olympic Games.

Amoros spent four seasons managing Kuwait, before taking up the role of assistant manager with Benin in 2010. On 14 May 2014, Amoros was appointed manager of Comoros. He left the position in December of the same year. 

Amoros has been praised for his work with Comoros, who reached the 2014 AFCON semi-finals. Amoros was born on 25 March 1965 in Marseille, France. Manuel Amoros is married and has two children.

41. Basile Boli

Career

• 1983–1990: Auxerre
• 1990–1994: Marseille
• 1994–1995: Rangers
• 1995–1996: Monaco
• 1996–1997: Urawa Reds
• 1986–1993: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Basile Boli is a Ivorian international defender who has played for clubs in his home country and in France. He is currently the captain of Olympique de Marseille.

Basile Boli started his senior career at AS Abidjan before moving to French clubs FC Metz and Olympique de Marseille. He was part of the Marseille side that reached the 1996 UEFA Champions League Final.

Basile Boli represented Ivory Coast at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. He won the African Footballer of the Year award in 2005. Basile Boli retired from professional football in 2007.

He has since served as the captain of Olympique de Marseille. Basile Boli was named the new captain of the Ivory Coast national side in November 2018. Basile Boli is a member of the Ivorian national team and has made over 100 appearances.

Basile Boli is an Ivorian international defender who has played for clubs in his home country and in France. He is currently the captain of Olympique de Marseille. Basile Boli started his senior career at AS Abidjan before moving to French clubs FC Metz and Olympique de Marseille.

He was part of the Marseille side that reached the 1996 UEFA Champions League Final. Basile Boli represented Ivory Coast at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. 

He won the African Footballer of the Year award in 2005. Basile Boli retired from professional football in 2007.

He has since served as the captain of Olympique de Marseille. Basile Boli was named the new captain of the Ivory Coast national side in November 2018. Basile Boli is a member of the Ivorian national team and has made over 100 appearances.

42. Éric Di Meco

Career

• 1971–1977: Robion
• 1977–1980: MJC Avignon
• 1980–1994: Marseille
• 1986–1987: → Nancy (loan)
• 1987–1988: → Martigues (loan)
• 1994–1998: Monaco
• 1989–1996: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Di Meco was born on September 7th, 1963 in Avignon, France. Di Meco started his youth career with Robion in 1971. He then played for MJC Avignon from 1977-1980.

Di Meco was capped 39 times by the French National Team and was part of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 1990 World Cup. After his playing career, Di Meco became a coach and worked with a number of clubs, including Marseille, Monaco and Monaco.

Di Meco is currently the manager of Ligue 1 side Nice. Di Meco is married and has three children. In 2009, Di Meco was awarded the Ligue 2 Manager of the Year award. 

Di Meco is a left back and is currently the manager of Ligue 1 side Nice. Di Meco started his senior career with Marseille, where he played for six seasons and won the Ligue 1 title in 1988.

In 1988, he moved to Nancy on a loan deal, and helped the club to win the Coupe de France that season. He then spent two seasons with Martigues before returning to Marseille in 1994. 

Di Meco went on to play for Monaco for six seasons, winning the Ligue 1 title in 1998. He finished his career with Marseille in 1998, and was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame in 2012.

Di Meco made 23 appearances for France between 1989 and 1996. He is currently the assistant coach of Monaco. He was born in Marseille in October 1960. Di Meco is married and has two children.

43. Joseph Bonnel

Career

• 1957–1959: Montpellier
• 1959–1967: Valenciennes
• 1967–1973: Marseille
• 1973–1978: AS Béziers
• 1962–1969: France
• 1973: Marseille
• 1973–1978: AS Béziers
• 1978–1983: Aubagne
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Joseph Bonnel was a French professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He spent his entire career with RC Strasbourg, making over 350 appearances for the club.

Bonnel also represented France at international level, making 54 appearances between 1959 and 1968. He died in February 2018, aged 79. 

Bonnel was a key player for RC Strasbourg during their heyday in the 1960s and 1970s, helping the club to two Ligue 1 titles and two Coupe de France crowns.

He was also part of the French squad that reached the semi-finals of the 1966 World Cup. Bonnel is widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders to have played in France. 

He was inducted into the RC Strasbourg Hall of Fame in 2009. Bonnel is survived by his wife and two children. Joseph Bonnel played for several clubs in France, including Montpellier, Valenciennes and Marseille.

He was most successful with Marseille, who he managed from 1973 to 1978. He later had a managerial career with AS Béziers, Aubagne and Saint-Étienne. 

Bonnel is most famous for his time at Marseille, where he helped the club to win the French championship in 1973. 

He later had a brief managerial spell with Saint-Étienne. Bonnel retired from football in 1983. He later worked as a football journalist. Joseph Bonnel was born on March 10, 1937, in Montpellier, France.

44. Loïc Rémy

Forward

Career

• 1993–1999: ASPTT Lyon
• 1999–2006: Lyon
• 2006–2008: Lyon
• 2008: Lens (loan)
• 2008–2010: Nice
• 2010–2013: Marseille
• 2013–2014: Queens Park Rangers
• 2013–2014: Newcastle United (loan)
• 2014–2017: Chelsea
• 2016–2017: Crystal Palace (loan)
• 2017–2018: Las Palmas
• 2018: Getafe (loan)
• 2018–2020: Lille
• 2020–2022: Çaykur Rizespor
• 2022: Adana Demirspor
• 2023: Brest
• 2007–2008: France U21
• 2009–2014: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:42, 2 February 2023 (UTC)

Rémy is a French professional footballer who currently plays for Brest in the French Ligue 1. Rémy started his career with ASPTT Lyon and enjoyed a successful spell there, winning the Ligue 1 championship in 2006.

Rémy moved to Chelsea in 2014 and enjoyed a successful spell with them, winning the Premier League and FA Cup in his time at the club. Rémy left Chelsea in 2018 and signed for Brest. Rémy is a forward and is known for his speed and dribbling ability.

Rémy is a France international and has played for the nation at various youth levels. Rémy is a hardworking player and is known for his tactical awareness. 

Rémy is a controversial player and has been involved in several controversies over the years. Rémy is a popular player with Chelsea fans and is considered to be one of the club's all-time greats.

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45. Jean Bastien

Career

• 1934–1935: SS Marsa (Oran)
• 1935–1938: Marseille
• 1938–1939: RC Paris
• 1939–1940: Marseille
• 1940–1941: Toulouse
• 1942–1950: Marseille
• 1950–1951: Montpellier
• 1938–1945: France
• 1950–1951: Montpellier
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Jean Bastien was a French footballer who played as a midfielder. Bastien played for SS Marsa (Oran) in 1934 and 1935. He later played for Marseille, where he made over 260 appearances.

Bastien died aged 54 in 1969. Bastien was a French international and won the Coupe de France in 1954. Bastien is a member of the French Football Hall of Fame. Bastien is the father of former footballer Jean-Jacques Bastien.

Bastien is the grandfather of former footballer Nicolas Bastien. Bastien is the great-grandfather of footballer Kylian Bastien. 

Jean Bastien played for Marseille from 1935 to 1938 and again from 1940 to 1941. Bastien helped Marseille win the Ligue 1 title in 1938 and the Coupe de France in 1939.

Bastien played for RC Paris from 1938 to 1939 before returning to Marseille. Bastien played for Marseille until 1940 when he joined Toulouse. 

Bastien rejoined Marseille in 1942 and played for them until 1950. Bastien then played for Montpellier from 1950 to 1951. Bastien represented France at international level from 1938 to 1945.

Bastien then managed Montpellier from 1950 to 1951. Bastien retired from playing in 1951 and later managed a number of clubs.

46. Jean-Philippe Durand

Career

• ?-1980: Lyon
• 1980-1981: Toulouse
• 1981–1989: Toulouse
• 1989–1991: Bordeaux
• 1991–1997: Marseille
• 1988–1992: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Durand started his career at Lyon. He played for Toulouse from 1980-1981. Durand is a midfielder and is most known for his time at Lyon. Durand is 62 years old and retired in 2001.

He is a French international and played for the national team from 1981-2001. Durand is currently a pundit for the French television channel TF1. Durand was inducted into the French Football Hall of Fame in 2006.

Durand was born in Lyon, France in 1960. Durand is a retired French international midfielder and is most known for his time playing for Lyon. Jean-Philippe Durand is a French international goalkeeper who has played for Marseille, Toulouse and Bordeaux.

Durand made his international debut for France in 1988 and has gone on to make 26 appearances for his country. 

Durand is a strong and reliable goalkeeper who is known for his shot-stopping ability. Durand is a regular member of the France national team and is often called upon to play in important matches.

Durand is currently a goalkeeper coach at Toulouse and is also a member of the French national coaching staff. Durand is a respected figure within the French footballing community and is often regarded as one of the best goalkeepers of his generation. 

Durand is a true professional and is always prepared to give his all for his team. Durand is a regular member of the France national team and is often called upon to play in important matches. 

Durand is a respected figure within the French footballing community and is often regarded as one of the best goalkeepers of his generation.

47. William Gallas

Defender

Career

• 1987–1992: AVG Football
• 1992–1993: RCF Paris
• 1992–1994: INF Clairefontaine
• 1994–1995: Caen
• 1995–1997: Caen
• 1997–2001: Marseille
• 2001–2006: Chelsea
• 2006–2010: Arsenal
• 2010–2013: Tottenham Hotspur
• 2013–2014: Perth Glory
• 1997: France U20
• 1997–1998: France U21
• 2002–2010: France

Gallas is a French professional footballer who plays as a centre back for Serie A club Roma. He began his career at hometown club Asnières-sur-Seine before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 1992.

After spending two seasons at RCF, Gallas joined Marseille in 1995. He spent seven seasons with the Ligue 1 club, winning the French title in 2001 and 2002. Gallas joined Chelsea in 2006 and helped the club win the Premier League title in 2007 and 2009.

He then moved to Roma in 2011, winning the Italian title in his first season. Gallas has made over 160 appearances for France, including appearances at the 1998 World Cup and the 2006 and 2010 European Championships. 

He was named in the World Cup All-Star Team in 2002 and the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Team of the Year in 2006.

Gallas was made an Officer of the Order of the Legion of Honour in 2007 and an Officer of the Order of Merit in 2018.

48. Stéphane Porato

Goalkeeper

Career

• 1989–1992: Toulon
• 1992–1993: Toulon
• 1993–1998: Monaco
• 1998–2000: Marseille
• 2000–2004: Monaco
• 2002–2003: → Créteil-Lusitanos (loan)
• 2004–2006: Ajaccio
• 2006–2007: Alavés
• 2007–2009: Xerez
• 1999: France
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Stéphane Porato is a French-born goalkeeper who has played for RC Paris, Toulon and most recently Marseille. He made his senior debut in 1993 and has since gone on to feature in over 350 club appearances, winning two Ligue 1 titles and two Coupe de France trophies.

Porato has represented his country at every level from under-16s to senior national team, winning 25 caps. 

In 2006, he was named in the France squad for the World Cup and was the nation's first-choice goalkeeper in both the tournament and the UEFA Euro 2008. Porato announced his retirement from professional football in May 2017, following Marseille's relegation from the Ligue 1.

He is currently the goalkeeping coach of the French national team. Porato was born in Colombes, a suburb of Paris, on 19 September 1973. 

He started his footballing career at RC Paris, making his senior debut in 1993 and helping the club to win two Ligue 1 titles and two Coupe de France trophies. Porato represented his country at every level from under-16s to senior national team, winning 25 caps.

He made his World Cup debut in 2006 and was the nation's first-choice goalkeeper in both the tournament and the UEFA Euro 2008. 

In May 2017, Porato announced his retirement from professional football, following Marseille's relegation from the Ligue 1. He is currently the goalkeeping coach of the French national team.

49. Bernard Casoni

Career

• 1970–1980: Cannes
• 1978–1984: Cannes
• 1984–1988: Toulon
• 1988–1989: Matra Racing
• 1989–1990: Toulon
• 1990–1996: Marseille
• 1988–1992: France
• 1999–2000: Marseille
• 2001: Cannes
• 2002: Etoile du Sahel
• 2003: Stade Tunisien
• 2004–2005: Armenia
• 2005–2009: Bastia
• 2010–2012: Évian
• 2012: Club Africain
• 2012–2014: Auxerre
• 2014–2015: Valenciennes
• 2015: Videoton FC
• 2016–2017: Lorient
• 2017–2018: MC Alger
• 2018–2019: Al-Khor
• 2019: MC Alger
• 2020–2021: MC Oran
• 2021–: MC Oujda
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Bernard Casoni is a French football defender who has played for Marseille and Toulon. Bernard Casoni made his professional debut for Marseille in 1978 and went on to play for the club for three seasons.

Casoni joined Toulon in 1984 and played for the club for three more seasons. Bernard Casoni played for Marseille again from 1990 to 1996. Casoni retired from professional football in 1996 and subsequently began managing clubs.

Bernard Casoni currently manages MC Oujda in the Moroccan League. Bernard Casoni is a France national team player who has made one appearance. 

Bernard Casoni is 1.78 metres tall and has played both left back and centre back. Bernard Casoni is currently in his sixth season as manager of MC Oujda.

Bernard Casoni has been a manager in France, Morocco, and Algeria. Casoni led Bastia to the Ligue 1 title in 2005. He also managed Évian, Auxerre, and Valenciennes in France. 

In 2018, he was appointed manager of MC Alger. Casoni is currently in his second stint as manager of Al-Khor. He has a career record of 298 wins, 116 draws, and 96 losses.

Bernard Casoni is of Italian descent. He was born in 1965 in Marseille, France. Casoni is a member of the Italian Football Federation.

50. Rafidine Abdullah

Midfielder

Career

• 2009–2012: Marseille
• 2011–2013: Marseille B
• 2012–2013: Marseille
• 2013–2016: Lorient
• 2013–2015: Lorient B
• 2016–2018: Cádiz
• 2018–2019: Waasland-Beveren
• 2020–2022: Stade Lausanne
• 2012: France U18
• 2012: France U19
• 2013–2014: France U20
• 2016–: Comoros
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:07, 29 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15

Rafidine Abdullah is a 29-year-old midfielder who plays for Marseille and is of Algerian descent. Abdullah made his debut for Marseille in 2009 and has since been a consistent performer for the club, appearing in over 200 league games.

He has also represented his country at youth level, and made his senior debut in 2013. Abdullah is known for his strong tackling and accurate passing, and is a key part of Marseille's midfield. 

Although he is primarily a midfield player, Abdullah has also been used as a defender on occasion.

He is contracted to Marseille until 2017. Abdullah is a popular figure among the Marseille fans, and has been awarded the captaincy for the club's U23 team. He is also a regular in the Algerian national team. Abdullah is a versatile player, able to play in any midfield position.

51. Ibrahima Bakayoko

Forward

Career

• 1991–1993: Yani Sports
• 1993–1994: Alliance Renaissance
• 1994–1996: Stade d'Abidjan
• 1996–1998: Montpellier
• 1998–1999: Everton
• 1999–2003: Marseille
• 2003–2004: Osasuna
• 2004–2005: Istres
• 2005–2007: Livorno
• 2007: Messina
• 2007–2008: AEL
• 2008–2009: PAOK
• 2009–2012: PAS Giannina
• 2012–2013: Olympiacos Volou
• 2014: Stade Bordelais
• 1996–2002: Ivory Coast
• *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ibrahima Bakayoko is a Ivorian international striker who has played for a number of clubs in France. He made his senior debut for Montpellier in 1996 and has since played for Stade d'Abidjan, Alliance Renaissance, and Marseille.

He is widely considered one of the best strikers in the French league and was a nominee for the PFA Team of the Year in 2006. 

Bakayoko was part of the Ivorian national team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2006. He has also represented his country at the 2006 World Cup and the 2008 Olympic Games.

Bakayoko is currently with Premier League side Chelsea. He has been married to his wife, Fadima, since 1999. Bakayoko has two children. Bakayoko is a devout Muslim and has spoken about his faith in interviews. 

Ibrahima Bakayoko is a midfielder who has played for several clubs in France and Spain. Bakayoko made his professional debut with Monaco in 2012 and has since played for clubs including Lille, Leicester and Chelsea.

He was most recently with Bordelais, where he made four appearances in the French top flight. Bakayoko has represented Ivory Coast at various levels, including the 2014 World Cup. He is an aggressive player who is known for his hard work in the midfield. 

Bakayoko is currently with the French national team, which is preparing for the 2018 World Cup. He is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in the midfield.

He is expected to be a key player for France in the World Cup. Bakayoko is a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in the midfield.

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Final Words

The Olympique de Marseille is one of the most successful and well-known football clubs in France. They have had a long and storied history, which includes many successful players.

Some of the best Olympique de Marseille players of all time include Eric Cantona, Zinedine Zidane, and Cristiano Ronaldo.