Laurent Bonnart

Footballer with notable Ligue 1 career

Laurent Bonnart - Footballer with notable Ligue 1 career
Born

December 25th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

Links & References

A professional footballer, played primarily as a right back and had a career spanning several French clubs. Achieved success in Ligue 1 and contributed to teams' performances in domestic leagues and tournaments. Served as a reliable defender known for tactical awareness and stamina on the pitch. Reached the heights of professional football in France before transitioning to lesser-known leagues.

Played for FC Nantes

Competed with AS Monaco

Participated in Ligue 1 matches

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