Philippe Christanval
- January 6, 2024
- Association Football Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Philippe Christanval |
| Occupation | Association Football Player |
| Date Of Birth | Aug 31, 1978(1978-08-31) |
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Paris |
| Country | France |
| Birth City | Paris |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
Philippe Christanval Biography
| Name | Philippe Christanval |
| Birthday | Aug 31 |
| Birth Year | 1978 |
| Place Of Birth | Paris |
| Home Town | Paris |
| Birth Country | France |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Philippe Christanval is one of the most popular and richest Association Football Player who was born on August 31, 1978 in Paris, Paris, France. Philippe Charles Lucien Christanval (born 31 August 1978) is a French former professional footballer who played as a centre back. During his career, he played top-flight football in France, Spain and England, and earned six full international caps, as well as a selection to the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
Christanval was then signed by Barcelona of Spain’s La Liga for a £6.5 million fee in June 2001, the team he supported as a child. After being released from Barcelona in 2003, he joined Marseille on 18 July on a four-year contract. They reached the 2004 UEFA Cup Final in his first season, but he was an unused substitute as they lost 2–0 to Valencia.
In his first appearances at Fulham, he found himself playing in defensive midfield with Papa Bouba Diop. He was later moved back to his typical position. His only Premier League goal was a late equaliser in a 3–3 draw with West Ham United on 13 January 2007.
In the 2007–08 season he made a single substitute appearance. At the end of the season, Christanval was released by Fulham and was offered a trial with Premier League club Blackburn Rovers. On 9 April 2009, Christanval retired from football, having been unable to find a new club.
He made his full debut on 7 October 2000, in a 0–0 friendly draw away to South Africa. Christanval played four more friendlies in 2002 before his last appearance, a 2–1 away win against Cyprus in qualification for Euro 2004. He was selected for the 2002 FIFA World Cup but did not enter the field of play.
Philippe Christanval Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Association Football Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Philippe Christanval is one of the richest Association Football Player from France. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Philippe Christanval 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Christanval was part of the France at the 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship.
Born in Paris, Christanval’s career began at AS Monaco in 1999, where he made 81 appearances, scoring one goal. They won the 1999–2000 league title, earning him the title of Young Player of the Year, and he made several UEFA Champions League appearances. In January 2001, it was reported that Monaco were considering exchanging him for Frank LeBoeuf of Chelsea.
After two weeks on trial at Arsenal, their manager Arsène Wenger opted not to sign Christanval. He then joined another Premier League London team, Fulham, on 9 September 2005. Upon his signing, manager Chris Coleman stated:
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
| Weight | 196 lbs |
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Facts & Trivia
Philippe Ranked on the list of most popular Association Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in France. Philippe Christanval celebrates birthday on August 31 of every year.
Top Facts about Philippe Christanval
- Philippe Christanval is a retired French footballer.
- He was born on August 31, 1978 in Guadeloupe.
- Christanval played as a centre-back for various clubs including Monaco and Barcelona.
- He won the Ligue 1 title with Monaco in the 1999-2000 season.
- Christanval made his debut for the French national team in 2001.
- He earned a total of 10 caps for France.
- Injuries hampered his career, forcing him to retire at age 32.
- After retiring, he became a football agent and worked with several players.
- Christanval also served as an ambassador for FC Barcelona’s foundation.
- His career highlights include playing alongside Ronaldinho and Thierry Henry at Barcelona