André Gascard
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André Gascard

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16 November 1890(Agen)
Death:
16 October 1969(Marseille)
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Introduction

André Gascard is a former French footballer born 16 November 1890 in Agen, died 16 October 1969 in Marseille. He played most of his career at Sète and Marseille.

Biography

André Gascard was captain of the Olympique de Marseille team which reached the final of the Championnat de France USFSA against Le Havre AC (4-1) in 1919. OM managed great performances at the national level, although the range of national competitions at the time diminishes their achievements somewhat.

He became coach of the Marseille club in 1939 and 1941. He later became chairman, and then head archivist for OM.

André Gascard was also the father of five children, including the artist Tibet.

Playing career

  • FC Sète
  • Stade helvétique de Marseille
  • Olympique de Marseille

Managing career

  • 1938-1939 : Olympique de Marseille
  • 1941-1942 : Olympique de Marseille

Honours

André Gascard for Olympique de Marseille
(in 1st row, 3rd from left)
  • Vice-champion of France USFSA 1919 against Le Havre AC (4-1) with Olympique de Marseille.

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