Lionel Charbonnier

Football goalkeeper and France international

Lionel Charbonnier - Football goalkeeper and France international
Born

October 25th, 1966
58 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A professional football goalkeeper played primarily for clubs such as AS Saint-Étienne and Stade de Reims. Represented France at the international level, earning a spot in the squad for the 1994 FIFA World Cup. Contributed to the national team's defensive strategies during international competitions.

Played for AS Saint-Étienne

Part of the French squad for the 1994 FIFA World Cup

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