10.09.2025 22:00
Steve Mandanda, one of the legendary goalkeepers in the history of French football and a key player for Marseille, announced that he has ended his active football career. Regarding this decision, Mandanda stated, "I needed time to accept the idea of quitting. I received offers from many teams, but I said 'no' to all of them. It wasn't easy, but yes, I have decided to retire from football. There couldn't have been a better ending."
The legendary French goalkeeper Steve Mandanda, one of the iconic figures of the French Ligue 1 team Olympique Marseille, has bid farewell to football.
ANNOUNCED HIS RETIREMENT DECISION
Mandanda, who has etched his name among the important goalkeepers in the history of French football, announced his retirement decision in a statement to the French press.
'THERE COULDN'T BE A BETTER ENDING'
The 40-year-old Mandanda said regarding this decision, "I needed time to accept the idea of quitting. I received offers from many teams. However, I said 'no' to all of them. It wasn't easy, but yes, I made the decision to retire from football. There couldn't be a better ending."
CAREER
During his professional career, Mandanda played for Le Havre, Olympique Marseille, Crystal Palace, and finally Rennes. He achieved 1 Ligue 1 title, 2 Trophée des Champions, and 3 Coupe de la Ligue titles at Marseille, where he became a legend. The experienced goalkeeper, who played a total of 797 matches in his club career, was named the best goalkeeper of the season 5 times. Mandanda also guarded the goal for the French National Team 35 times and experienced the joy of winning the World Cup once.