Bernard Genghini
Bernard Genghini | |
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| Born | January 18, 1958 France |
| Occupation | Professional footballer (retired) |
| Known for | Midfielder for France national team |
Bernard Francis Genghini (born 18 January 1958) is a retired French professional footballer who operated primarily as a midfielder.
International career
Throughout his international tenure, Genghini represented the France national team in 28 matches, netting six goals. He competed in three significant tournaments: the 1982 FIFA World Cup, where he successfully converted free kicks against Kuwait and Austria, contributing to France's fourth-place finish; the 1984 UEFA European Championship, during which France emerged victorious and Genghini appeared as a substitute in the final match; and the 1986 FIFA World Cup, where the French squad secured third place.
Personal life
Genghini has Italian heritage and is the father of professional footballer Benjamin Genghini.