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.
