Luc de Fougerolles explained

Luc de Fougerolles
Fullname:Luc Rollet de Fougerolles[1]
Birth Date:12 October 2005
Birth Place:London, England
Height:1.78 m
Position:Defender
Currentclub:Fulham
Clubnumber:44
Youthyears1:2010–2013
Youthclubs1:BHFC Battersea
Youthyears2:2013–2023
Youthclubs2:Fulham
Years1:2023–
Caps1:0
Goals1:0
Nationalteam1:Canada
Nationalyears1:2024–
Nationalcaps1:2
Nationalgoals1:0
Pcupdate:12:41, 2 November 2023 (UTC)
Nationalteam-Update:13 July 2024

Luc Rollet de Fougerolles (born October 12, 2005) is a professional soccer player who plays as a defender for Premier League club Fulham. Born in England, he represents Canada at international level.

Early life

De Fougerolles began playing soccer as a 5 year old with BHFC Battersea. He moved to the Fulham Academy at the age of 8, and worked his way through their youth categories.[2] On April 6, 2023, he signed a professional contract with Fulham.[3] On June 20, 2023, he was named "Scholar of the Year" by Fulham.[4] He was called up to Fulham's senior team for their preseason in the summer of 2023.[5] He made his senior and professional debut with Fulham in a 3–1 EFL Cup win over Ipswich Town on 1 November 2023.[6]

International career

In October 2023, de Fougerolles accepted a call-up to the senior Canada side ahead of a friendly against Japan in Niigata.[7] He made his debut for Canada as a late substitute against Trinidad and Tobago in their 2024 Copa América qualifying play-off on March 23, 2024.[8] In June 2024, de Fougerolles was named to Canada's squad for the 2024 Copa América[9] and was named to the starting XI for the 3rd place game against Uruguay.

Playing style

De Fougerolles is a versatile defender who can play as full-back, centre-back or midfielder. He is adept at 1v1 defending, with a strong first touch, explosive movement, and can progress the ball as a complete modern defender. He is very strong mentally, and composed in build-up play.[10]

Career statistics

Club

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International

Appearances and goals by national team and year!National team!!Year!!Apps!!Goals
Canada202420
Total20

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2022/23 Premier League squad lists. . September 16, 2022.
  2. Web site: Luc de Fougerolles: Montréalais de seconde génération, espoir de premier plan. Second-generation Montrealer, leading prospect. fr. Justin. Vézina. July 16, 2023. La Presse.
  3. Web site: De Fougerolles signs professional deal. HammyEnd.com. Dan. Crawford. April 6, 2023.
  4. Web site: De Fougerolles Wins Scholar Of The Year Award. Ethan. Georgiou. June 20, 2023. Fulham FC.
  5. Web site: de Fougerolles delighted with Summer Series showing. HammyEnd.com. Dan. Crawford. August 2, 2023.
  6. Web site: Live Commentary - Ipswich vs Fulham | 01.11.2023. Sky Sports.
  7. Web site: Biello names CanMNT squad: Highlights from press conference ahead of 'audition' friendly vs. Japan. October 5, 2023. Canadian Premier League.
  8. Web site: RECAP: CanMNT qualify for 2024 Copa América with close win vs. Trinidad & Tobago. Charlie. O'Connor-Clarke. Canadian Premier League. March 23, 2024.
  9. Web site: CANMNT ANNOUNCE 2024 COPA AMÉRICA ROSTER. June 15, 2024. Canadian Soccer Association.
  10. Web site: Who is Luc De Fougerolles? Meet the Canadian youngster turning heads at Fulham this summer. OneSoccer. Raine. Ristic. August 17, 2023.
  11. Web site: Luc de Fougerolles profile. Soccerway.