Pau FC HubAndré-Pierre Gignac played his last match with his Mexican team on Sunday. Pau FC remembers his explosion 20 years ago.
What happened?
The French player was loaned by Lorient to Pau FC in December 2005. He was 21 years old and was less and less used by the Merlus coach, Christian Gourcuff.
Why does it matter for Pau FC?
Pau FC was navigating troubled waters in the National Championship at the time. Gignac brought a new dimension to the team and helped the club to stabilize.
What happened next?
Gignac played his first match with Pau FC on December 17, 2005. He scored a goal and helped his team to equalize in the last moments of the match.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Gignac's age at the time | 21 years old |
| Date of his first match | December 17, 2005 |
| Opponent team | Raon-l'étape |
Gignac spent a few months at Pau FC before returning to Lorient. But his experience at Pau FC was decisive for his career.
What about his current career?
Gignac played his last match with his Mexican team on Sunday. He has had a successful career and has played for several teams, including the French national team.
Pau FC remembers his explosion 20 years ago and is proud to have had him among its players.
