Hatem Ben Arfa
French footballer · France · On the map · Footballers · Born 1987 · age 39
Hatem Ben Arfa is a French former professional footballer who played as a winger and attacking midfielder. Known for his flair and dribbling ability, Ben Arfa is regarded as a fan favourite with a cult following and one of the greatest dribblers of all time.
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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026
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Close ties
Karim Benzema Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2004-2008
Eric Abidal Teammate at France national team, 2007-2013
Florent Malouda Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2004-2007
Steve Mandanda Teammate at Olympique de Marseille, 2008-2011
Moussa Sissoko Teammate at Newcastle United F.C., 2013-2015
Mathieu Valbuena Teammate at France national team, 2010-2015
Yohan Cabaye Teammate at France national team, 2010-2015
Loïc Rémy Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2006-2008
Anthony Réveillère Teammate at France national team, 2007-2012
Jérémy Toulalan Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2006-2008
Sidney Govou Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2004-2008
Sébastien Squillaci Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2006-2008
Ángel Di María Teammate at Paris Saint-Germain FC, 2016-2018
Bacary Sagna Teammate at France national team, 2007-2015
Javier Pastore Teammate at Paris Saint-Germain FC, 2016-2018
Mamadou Sakho Teammate at France national team, 2010-2015
Taye Taiwo Teammate at Olympique de Marseille, 2008-2011
Bafétimbi Gomis Teammate at France national team, 2008-2013
François Clerc Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2004-2008
Patrick Müller Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2006-2008
Benoît Cheyrou Teammate at Olympique de Marseille, 2008-2011
Steve Harper Teammate at Newcastle United F.C., 2011-2013
Rémy Vercoutre Teammate at Olympique Lyonnais, 2004-2008
Souleymane Diawara Teammate at Olympique de Marseille, 2009-2011
Career 16
ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Real Valladolid202050
FC Girondins de Bordeaux2020-2021242
Stade Rennais F.C.2018-2019267
Paris Saint-Germain FC2016-2018230
OGC Nice2015-20163417
Hull City A.F.C.201480
Newcastle United F.C.2011-20157212
Newcastle United F.C.201041
Olympique de Marseille2008-2011639
France U21200740
France2007-2015152
France U18200540
France U192005-200661
Olympique Lyonnais2004-2008647
France U172003-20041711
France U162002-2003107
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About this person
He was once described as "one of the best-rated talents in France", but was also criticised by the media and players alike for lacking discipline.
Country
France
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1987 · age 39
