André Gascard (born 16 November 1890, died 16 October 1969) was a

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. He played most of his career at

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and

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Biography

André Gascard was captain of the Olympique de Marseille team which reached the final of the Championnat de France USFSA against

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(4-1) in

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. OM managed great performances at the national level, although the range of national competitions at the time diminishes their achievements somewhat. He became coach of the

club in

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and

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. He later became chairman, and then head archivist for OM. André Gascard was also the father of five children, including the artist

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Playing career

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* Stade Helvétique de Marseille *

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Managing career

* 1938-1939 :

* 1941-1942 :

Honours

* Vice-champion of France USFSA 1919 against

(4-1) with

Notes and references

External links

Coaches of OM at the official site, unecatef

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