Eric Carrière


Eric Gérard Carrière is a former professional French footballer who played as a midfielder for Nantes, Lyon, Lens, and Dijon.

Club career

Carrière started his professional career at FC Nantes with whom he won his first Ligue 1 title in 2001. In 2001, he moved to Olympique Lyonnais where he won three more Ligue 1 titles in 2002, 2003 and 2004. In 2004 he signed with RC Lens. After Lens suffered relegation, he played for Dijon FCO after signing a two-year contract on 26 June 2008.

International career

He has been capped 10 times and scored five goals for the France national team.

International goals

Style of play

Carrière was a skilful playmaker who was adept at taking free-kicks, penalties, and corners for his team, as well as scoring from the run of play, although he was primarily known for defence splitting passes.

Personal life

He is married to Rachel and has one child, Lola.

Honours

Club

Nantes
Lyon
Lens
France