Raymond Domenech French Footballer Born 1952 in Lyon
Raymond Domenech · association football player and radio personality · French
Known for
Biography
Born on 24 January 1952 in Lyon, Raymond Domenech is a French footballer. Teams on record for him include Olympique Lyonnais (1970–1977) and France men's national association football team (1973–1979).
Career
His position on record is defender. His career on record begins at Olympique Lyonnais in 1970. The records show 6 teams, with France men's national association football team, RC Strasbourg Alsace and FC Mulhouse among them. He spent 7 years at Olympique Lyonnais (1970–1977). Raymond Domenech also appears on screen in The Bus: A French Football Mutiny (2026).
Recognition
Among his honours is the Officer of the National Order of Merit, won in 2007.
Public roles
His term as president of UNECATEF ran from 2016 to 2024.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Estelle Denis (2008 to 2020).
Teams
6 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1970–1977 | Olympique Lyonnais | Defender |
| 1973–1979 | France men's national association football team | Defender |
| 1977–1981 | RC Strasbourg Alsace | Defender |
| 1981–1982 | Paris Saint-Germain FC | Defender |
| 1982–1984 | FC Girondins de Bordeaux | Defender |
| 1984–1986 | FC Mulhouse | Defender |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Officer of the National Order of Merit | Won |
Filmography
1 credit| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Bus: A French Football Mutiny | Film |
Raymond Domenech on Social Media
Frequently asked questions
How old is Raymond Domenech?
Raymond Domenech is 74 years old, born on 24 January 1952 in Lyon.
What is Raymond Domenech known for?
Raymond Domenech is a defender who has played for Olympique Lyonnais and France men's national association football team.
How tall is Raymond Domenech?
Raymond Domenech is 179 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What is Raymond Domenech’s nationality?
Raymond Domenech is French, born in Lyon.
Who has Raymond Domenech been married to?
Raymond Domenech’s marriages on record are to Estelle Denis (2008 to 2020).
Has Raymond Domenech won any awards?
Yes. Raymond Domenech won Officer of the National Order of Merit (2007).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q192648), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Nicolas Richoffer · CC BY-SA 4.0
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