France mourns: football legend Bernard Lacombe dies at the age of 72

France mourns: football legend Bernard Lacombe dies at the age of 72

A sad day for French football: Bernard Lacombe, the legendary goalscorer and 1984 European champion, has died at the age of 72. The loss was officially announced by both his hometown club Olympique Lyon and Ligue 1. On platform

Lacombe passed away on Tuesday, as sport1.de reported. He was hospitalized until his death in January. The great offensive player played a total of 497 games in the top French league during his career, scoring an impressive 255 goals. Only Delio Onnis surpassed him with 299 goals, setting standards in the history of French football.

A footballer with a heart for Lyon

Olympique Lyon was always close to Lacombe's heart. There he not only became a national player, but later also worked as a sports director, trainer and consultant. However, he celebrated his greatest successes with Girondins Bordeaux, with whom he won three French championships. He can also look forward to a total of three cup wins. His connection to the club was so strong that he described it as his “eternal favorite club”, according to sport1.de.

For the national team, Lacombe wore the blue jersey in 38 international matches and scored twelve goals. He was also part of the squads at the 1978 and 1982 World Cups.

A defining figure in football

The mark he left on football is unforgettable. With his 255 goals, he is Ligue 1's second top scorer, reflecting his exceptional skills and unparalleled career. His achievements are firmly anchored in the history of French football and have also been recognized in the list of championships as listed on Wikipedia.

Bernard Lacombe will live on in the hearts of many football fans. His impressive talent and commitment to the game will long be remembered.