Player: Alexandre Lacazette
Serie: Topps Match Attax 2024/2025
Type: Basic
Number: 360
Card Opening: #67
Alexandre Armand Lacazette, born on May 28, 1991, in Lyon, France, is a renowned French professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains Ligue 1 club Lyon. Standing at 1.75 meters (5 feet 9 inches) tall, Lacazette is known for his clinical finishing, agility, and leadership on the pitch.
Lacazette began his youth career at ELCS Lyon before joining the youth academy of Olympique Lyonnais in 2003. He made his senior debut for Lyon in 2010 and quickly established himself as a key player. Initially playing as a wide forward, he was later converted into a central striker. Lacazette’s breakthrough season came in 2014-2015 when he finished as Ligue 1’s top goalscorer with 27 goals and was named Ligue 1 Player of the Year.
In 2017, Lacazette made a high-profile move to Arsenal for a then-club record fee of up to £47.5 million (€53 million). During his time at Arsenal, he scored 54 goals in 158 appearances and won the FA Cup in 2020. Lacazette also played a crucial role in Arsenal’s run to the 2019 UEFA Europa League final.
In 2022, Lacazette returned to Lyon on a free transfer, where he continued to excel. As of the 2024-2025 season, he has made 85 appearances and scored 55 goals for Lyon since his return. Lacazette’s career statistics are impressive, with a total of 584 club appearances, 261 goals, and 75 assists.
On the international stage, Lacazette has represented France at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2013. He has earned 16 caps and scored three goals for the French national team. Lacazette was also a key contributor to France’s victory in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, where he scored the match-winning goal in the final against Spain.
Throughout his career, Lacazette has been praised for his technical skills, work rate, and ability to perform in crucial moments. His contributions to both club and country have solidified his reputation as one of the top forwards in European football.
