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Christophe Galtier, born on 23 August 1966, is a French professional football manager and former player who is the current head coach of Qatar Stars League club Al-Duhail. His career spans over three decades, including significant achievements as both a player and a manager.
Main Milestones
23 August 1966
Birth
Christophe Galtier was born in Marseille, France, marking the beginning of a life dedicated to football.
1988
U21 Euros Victory
Galtier won the U21 Euros as a starter alongside notable players such as Éric Cantona, Laurent Blanc, and Franck Sauzée, securing his first major title.
1999-2009
Assistant Coaching Career
Galtier began his coaching career as an assistant at various clubs including Marseille, Aris, Bastia, Al Ain, Portsmouth, Sochaux, Lyon, and Saint-Étienne, working under Alain Perrin at several of these clubs.
December 2009
Saint-Étienne Appointment
Galtier was appointed as the head coach of Saint-Étienne, successfully guiding the team to safety and later achieving a 17th-place finish in his first season.
2013
Coupe de la Ligue Victory
Galtier led Saint-Étienne to win the Coupe de la Ligue, ending a 32-year trophy drought for the club.
December 2017
Lille Appointment
Galtier became the manager of Lille, initially helping the team avoid relegation and later guiding them to a second-place finish in the 2018-19 season and the Ligue 1 title in the 2020-21 season.
June 2021
Nice Appointment
Galtier was appointed as the head coach of Nice, leading the team to a fifth-place finish and a Coupe de France final in his first season.
July 2022
Paris Saint-Germain Appointment
Galtier agreed to a two-year deal to become the manager of Paris Saint-Germain, replacing Mauricio Pochettino and winning the Ligue 1 title and Trophée des Champions during his tenure.
July 2023
Departure from Paris Saint-Germain
Galtier parted ways with Paris Saint-Germain and was replaced by Luis Enrique.
October 2023
Al-Duhail Appointment
Galtier became the head coach of Qatar Stars League club Al-Duhail, marking a new chapter in his managerial career.
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Brief
Known For
French professional football manager and former player.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 28 August 1966.
Born Place: Marseille, France.
Career
Current occupation: Head coach of Qatar Stars League club Al-Duhail.
Past occupations: Player and manager at various clubs including Marseille, Lille, Saint-Etienne, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Current Place of Work: Al-Duhail.
Previous Place of Work: Paris Saint-Germain, Nice, Lille, Saint-Etienne.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Three-time UNFP Coach of the Year (2013, 2020, 2021), French Coach of the Year by France Football magazine (2019, 2021).
Christophe Galtier was appointed as the new head coach of Nice.
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Christophe Galtier
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