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Emmanuel Petit
Emmanuel Petit
France
22 September 1970
midfielder
Emmanuel Petit is a French former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder at club level for Arsenal, Barcelona, Monaco, and Chelsea. He represented France at international level in two FIFA World Cups and two UEFA European Championships; he scored the third goal in France's 3–0 victory in the 1998 FIFA World Cup Final and was also a member of the French squad that won UEFA Euro 2000. He was known for his strong defensive abilities, including tackling, interceptions, and marking, as well as his passing range and ability to transition play from defense to attack. While his weak foot was a slight limitation, his overall performance was highly regarded.

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📋 Profile & Career

: Petit in 2005
⚽ Personal information:
Full name: Emmanuel Laurent Petit
Date of birth: (1970-09-22) 22 September 1970 (age 55)
Place of birth: Dieppe, France
Height: 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Position: Defensive midfielder
⚽ Youth career:
1977–1985: Arques-la-Bataille
1985–1989: Monaco
⚽ Senior career*:
Years: Team Apps (Gls)
1988–1997: Monaco 222 (4)
1997–2000: Arsenal 85 (9)
2000–2001: Barcelona 23 (1)
2001–2004: Chelsea 55 (2)
Total: 385 (16)
⚽ International career:
1990–2003: France 63 (6)

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I regret joining Chelsea it was a mistake - I should never have left Arsenal - Football London

Arsenal icon Emmanuel Petit envies Man United’s Bryan Mbeumo signing - Yahoo Sports Canada

Emmanuel Petit is right, Chelsea must get back amongst the big trophies to succeed - Si Phillips Talks Chelsea

'I love him' - Emmanuel Petit says Man Utd star is the one player Arsenal need to win Premier League title - Goal.com

  • Goal.com
  • Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Emmanuel Petit explains why Club World Cup victory 'would be really important mentally' - DAZN

  • DAZN
  • Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT

“So stop the negativity” Emmanuel Petit sends a message to Arsenal’s fans - OneFootball

Emmanuel Petit reveals he snubbed Arsenal return and Premier League giant to join Chelsea - talkSPORT

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  • Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Emmanuel Petit expects Arsenal to win next few matches after Chelsea draw - Just Arsenal News

Ex-Barcelona star says ‘impossible’ for team to win Champions League with current squad - Barca Universal

‘Sometimes he comes across as arrogant’ - Emmanuel Petit sends warning to Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal - Barca Blaugranes

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