Clément Grenier
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Clément Grenier is a French football player who currently plays for French club Olympique Lyonnais
in Ligue 1
. He is a France youth international
having played with at all levels for which he has been eligible. He is known for his technical ability, dribbling, and free-kick taking. Grenier can play on the right side of midfield, as well as in the attacking midfield position just behind the striker
.
whose scouts informed the youngster to continue his great play in order to join the club at a later date. Eventually, in July 2002, he secured a move to Lyon
joining the club's youth academy
.
to garner interest from Spanish
club Real Madrid
, English
clubs Arsenal
and Chelsea
, and Italian
club Internazionale
, whose scouts likened the player to Brazilian international
Kaká
. Despite the interest, on 15 May 2008, Grenier, alongside fellow youth player Yannis Tafer
, signed his first professional contract agreeing to a three-year deal until 2011. He was promoted to the senior team and assigned the number 22 shirt.
Though, Grenier was on the senior team and featured in several of the club's preseason matches ahead of the 2008–09 season, he spent the majority of the campaign playing with the club's reserve team in the Championnat de France amateur, the fourth division of French football. Grenier played in 16 league matches and scored his only one goal with the team against Adge
. He also played in the 2008–09 edition of the Coupe Gambardella
appearing in seven matches and scoring three goals as the squad reach the semi-finals. Due to being marred by tendinitis in his patella, he did not play in any matches with the senior team. Similar to the previous season, Grenier began the 2009–10 season
, with the club's reserve team. He scored on his debut against Gap
. On 24 September 2009, Grenier was named to the senior squad to play in a league match against Toulouse
on 26 September. He made his debut in that match appearing as a substitute for Bafétimbi Gomis
. Lyon won the match 2–1. Grenier returned to the reserve team afterwards and failed to make another senior appearance for seven months. On 17 April 2010, he made his return appearing as a substitute in a 2–2 draw with Bordeaux
. Two weeks later, Grenier made another substitute appearance in a 1–0 win over Montpellier
.
beginning with the under-16 team
making his debut in the team's 0–0 draw with Poland
on 13 March 2007. In the return match in Saint-Aubin-lès-Elbeuf
, Grenier assisted on two goals in the team's 5–0 victory. He scored his first and only goal for the team on 3 April in the team's opening group stage match against Cameroon
in the Montaigu Tournament
. France won the match 2–0. With the under-17 team
, Grenier was a regular and scored on his debut in a 4–0 victory over Switzerland
. In qualification for the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship
, Grenier scored a hat trick
in the team's 6–0 thrashing of Albania
in the first qualifying round. At the Algarve Cup
in Portugal, he helped the team to a 2nd place finish by scoring a brace in the team's 4–2 win against Denmark
. In the Elite Round portion of qualification, Grenier scored his only goal against Israel
in the team's second group stage match. France finished the round unbeaten, which led to qualification to the UEFA-sanctioned tournament. At the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship, Grenier scored in the team's 3–3 draw with Spain
converting on a curling free-kick in the 43rd minute. France later reached the final where they were defeated 4–0 by Spain.
With the under-18 team
, Grenier made his debut in the team's opening match against the Ukraine
. For the first time in a youth international campaign, Grenier went scoreless making seven total appearances with the team. For under-19 duty
, Grenier was again called upon by coach Francis Smerecki making his first appearance with the team at the 2009 edition of the Sendaï Cup. He scored his only goal for the team in the Tournio de Limoges against Greece
in a 3–3 draw. On 7 June 2010, Grenier was named to coach Smerecki's 18-man squad to participate in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship
. In the tournament, he missed a penalty
in the team's opening 4–1 victory over the Dutch
. Despite missing the team's final two matches, Grenier became a European champion following the team's 2–1 comeback victory against Spain
in the final match. The title is the country's second UEFA Under-19 championship.
Due to France's victory at the UEFA Under-19 championship, the nation qualified for the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup
, which merited under-20 team
appearances for Grenier. He made his debut with the team on 7 October 2010 in a friendly match against Portugal
, which ended 3–3. In the match, Grenier scored his first goal for the team netting the equalizing third goal. On 9 February 2011, he scored the opening goal for France in its 2–1 win over England
. After appearing in two more matches with the team during the 2010–11 campaign, on 10 June 2011, Grenier was named to the 21-man squad to participate in the U-20 World Cup. He made his debut in the competition on 30 July 2011 in the team's 4–1 defeat to the hosts Colombia
appearing as a substitute.
Olympique Lyonnais
Olympique Lyonnais is a French association football club based in Lyon. They play in France's highest football division, Ligue 1. The club was formed as Lyon Olympique Universitaire in 1899, according to many supporters and sport historians, but was nationally established as a club in 1950. The...
in Ligue 1
Ligue 1
Ligue 1 , is the French professional league for association football clubs. It is the country's primary football competition and serves as the top division of the French football league system. Ligue 1 is one of two divisions making up the Ligue de Football Professionnel, the other being Ligue 2....
. He is a France youth international
France national youth football team
The France national youth football team are the national under-20, under-19, under-18, under-17 and under-16 football teams of France and are controlled by the Fédération Française de Football. The youth teams of France participate in tournaments sanctioned by both FIFA and UEFA and also...
having played with at all levels for which he has been eligible. He is known for his technical ability, dribbling, and free-kick taking. Grenier can play on the right side of midfield, as well as in the attacking midfield position just behind the striker
Striker
Forwards, also known as strikers, are the players on a team in association football who play nearest to the opposing team's goal, and are therefore principally responsible for scoring goals...
.
Early career
Grenier began his career with his hometown club FC Annonay starring with the club's under-9 Benjamins team. With the team, he helped the club reach the departmental final of the National Cup for under-9 players. Grenier later drew interest from professional club Olympique LyonnaisOlympique Lyonnais
Olympique Lyonnais is a French association football club based in Lyon. They play in France's highest football division, Ligue 1. The club was formed as Lyon Olympique Universitaire in 1899, according to many supporters and sport historians, but was nationally established as a club in 1950. The...
whose scouts informed the youngster to continue his great play in order to join the club at a later date. Eventually, in July 2002, he secured a move to Lyon
Lyon
Lyon , is a city in east-central France in the Rhône-Alpes region, situated between Paris and Marseille. Lyon is located at from Paris, from Marseille, from Geneva, from Turin, and from Barcelona. The residents of the city are called Lyonnais....
joining the club's youth academy
Olympique Lyonnais Reserves and Academy
The Olympique Lyonnais Reserves & Academy are the reserve team and academy of French club Olympique Lyonnais. The reserves squad play in the Championnat de France amateur division, the fourth division of French football and the highest division the team is allowed to participate in. Lyon have won...
.
Lyon
Grenier continued his development while at Lyon quickly becoming one of the club's best prospects. He caught noticeable attention during the 2007–08 season performing well enough domestically and internationallyFrance national youth football team
The France national youth football team are the national under-20, under-19, under-18, under-17 and under-16 football teams of France and are controlled by the Fédération Française de Football. The youth teams of France participate in tournaments sanctioned by both FIFA and UEFA and also...
to garner interest from Spanish
Spain
Spain , officially the Kingdom of Spain languages]] under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. In each of these, Spain's official name is as follows:;;;;;;), is a country and member state of the European Union located in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula...
club Real Madrid
Real Madrid C.F.
Real Madrid Club de Fútbol , commonly known as Real Madrid, is a professional football club based in Madrid, Spain. The club have won a record 31 La Liga titles, the Primera División of the Liga de Fútbol Profesional , 18 Copas del Rey, 8 Spanish Super Cups, 1 Copa Eva Duarte and 1 Copa de la...
, English
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
clubs Arsenal
Arsenal F.C.
Arsenal Football Club is a professional English Premier League football club based in North London. One of the most successful clubs in English football, it has won 13 First Division and Premier League titles and 10 FA Cups...
and Chelsea
Chelsea F.C.
Chelsea Football Club are an English football club based in West London. Founded in 1905, they play in the Premier League and have spent most of their history in the top tier of English football. Chelsea have been English champions four times, FA Cup winners six times and League Cup winners four...
, and Italian
Italy
Italy , officially the Italian Republic languages]] under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. In each of these, Italy's official name is as follows:;;;;;;;;), is a unitary parliamentary republic in South-Central Europe. To the north it borders France, Switzerland, Austria and...
club Internazionale
F.C. Internazionale Milano
Football Club Internazionale Milano, often referred to as Internazionale or simply Inter, is a professional Italian football club based in Milan, Italy. Outside Italy, the club is often called Inter Milan. They are the reigning FIFA Club World champions and Coppa Italia holders.Inter have always...
, whose scouts likened the player to Brazilian international
Brazil national football team
The Brazil national football team represents Brazil in international men's football and is controlled by the Brazilian Football Confederation , the governing body for football in Brazil. They are a member of the International Federation of Association Football since 1923 and also a member of the...
Kaká
Kaká
Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite , commonly known as Kaká , is a Brazilian football attacking midfielder who currently plays for Spanish La Liga club Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team. Kaká started his footballing career at the age of eight, when he began playing for a local club...
. Despite the interest, on 15 May 2008, Grenier, alongside fellow youth player Yannis Tafer
Yannis Tafer
Yannis Tafer is a French football player of Algerian descent who currently plays for French club Lyon in Ligue 1. He is a France youth international having represented the country under-17, under-18, and under-19 level...
, signed his first professional contract agreeing to a three-year deal until 2011. He was promoted to the senior team and assigned the number 22 shirt.
Though, Grenier was on the senior team and featured in several of the club's preseason matches ahead of the 2008–09 season, he spent the majority of the campaign playing with the club's reserve team in the Championnat de France amateur, the fourth division of French football. Grenier played in 16 league matches and scored his only one goal with the team against Adge
RCO Agde
RCO Agde |football]] club. The club is based at the 3500-seat Stade Louis Sanguin in Agde.RCO Agde was created in 1999 from the merger of Racing Club Agathois and Football Olympique Agathois. They play in the Championnat de France amateur, Groupe B...
. He also played in the 2008–09 edition of the Coupe Gambardella
Coupe Gambardella
The Coupe Gambardella is a French football cup competition held between the under-19s of the French football clubs, organized by the French Football Federation ....
appearing in seven matches and scoring three goals as the squad reach the semi-finals. Due to being marred by tendinitis in his patella, he did not play in any matches with the senior team. Similar to the previous season, Grenier began the 2009–10 season
2009–10 Ligue 1
The 2009–10 Ligue 1 season was the 72nd since its establishment. Bordeaux were the defending champions. The fixtures were announced on 5 June 2009, and play commenced on 8 August and ended on 15 May 2010. There were three promoted teams from Ligue 2, replacing the three teams that were relegated...
, with the club's reserve team. He scored on his debut against Gap
Gap FC
Gap Hautes-Alpes Football Club is a French association football club based in Gap, the capital city of the Hautes-Alpes department. The club was formed in 1970 as a result of a merger between Sporting Club Olympique Gapençais and CSL Louis Jean and currently play in the Championnat de France...
. On 24 September 2009, Grenier was named to the senior squad to play in a league match against Toulouse
Toulouse FC
Toulouse Football Club is a French association football club based in the city of Toulouse. The club was founded in 1970 and currently play in Ligue 1, the top level of French football. Toulouse plays its home matches at the Stadium Municipal located within the city. The first team is managed by...
on 26 September. He made his debut in that match appearing as a substitute for Bafétimbi Gomis
Bafétimbi Gomis
Bafétimbi Gomis |Var]]) is a French footballer of Senegalese descent who currently plays as a striker for Lyon and the French national team.-Saint-Étienne:...
. Lyon won the match 2–1. Grenier returned to the reserve team afterwards and failed to make another senior appearance for seven months. On 17 April 2010, he made his return appearing as a substitute in a 2–2 draw with Bordeaux
FC Girondins de Bordeaux
Football Club des Girondins de Bordeaux is a French association football club based in the city of Bordeaux. The club currently play in Ligue 1, the first division of French football, and won its last Ligue 1 title in the 2008–09 season....
. Two weeks later, Grenier made another substitute appearance in a 1–0 win over Montpellier
Montpellier HSC
Montpellier Hérault Sport Club is a French association football club based in the city of Montpellier. The club was founded in 1919 and currently plays in Ligue 1, the top level of French football. Montpellier plays its home matches at the Stade de la Mosson, located within the city...
.
International career
Grenier has featured for all of France's national youth teamsFrance national youth football team
The France national youth football team are the national under-20, under-19, under-18, under-17 and under-16 football teams of France and are controlled by the Fédération Française de Football. The youth teams of France participate in tournaments sanctioned by both FIFA and UEFA and also...
beginning with the under-16 team
France national under-16 football team
The France national under-16 football team is the national under-16 football team of France and is controlled by the French Football Federation. The team previously competed in the annual UEFA European Under-16 Football Championship before it was converted into an under-17 competition in 2002...
making his debut in the team's 0–0 draw with Poland
Poland national football team
The Poland national football team represents Poland in association football and is controlled by the Polish Football Association, the governing body for football in Poland...
on 13 March 2007. In the return match in Saint-Aubin-lès-Elbeuf
Saint-Aubin-lès-Elbeuf
-Population:-Places of interest:* The church of St. Aubin, dating from the fourteenth century.* The seventeenth-century château of Mathonville.* The ancient priory of Saint-Gilles.* Several old houses.-External links:* *...
, Grenier assisted on two goals in the team's 5–0 victory. He scored his first and only goal for the team on 3 April in the team's opening group stage match against Cameroon
Cameroon national football team
The Cameroon national football team, nicknamed Les Lions Indomptables , is controlled by the Fédération Camerounaise de Football and is Africa's most successful side in FIFA world cup; having qualified for the FIFA World Cup six times – in 1982, 1990, 1994, 1998, 2002 and 2010– more than any...
in the Montaigu Tournament
Montaigu Tournament
The Montaigu Tournament is an international association football competition that is contested by under-16 national teams. The tournament was founded in 1973 by Dutchman André Van Den Brink who was the president of FC Montaigu, a French amateur football team...
. France won the match 2–0. With the under-17 team
France national under-17 football team
The France national under-17 football team is the national under-17 football team of France and is controlled by the French Football Federation. The team competes in the annual UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship and the FIFA U-17 World Cup, which is held every four years...
, Grenier was a regular and scored on his debut in a 4–0 victory over Switzerland
Switzerland national under-17 football team
The Switzerland national under-17 football team is the national under-17 football team of Switzerland and is controlled by the Swiss Football Association. The team competes in the UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship and in the FIFA U-17 World Cup...
. In qualification for the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship
2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship
The final tournament of the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship was the 26th UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship, UEFA's premier football tournament for players under the age of 17. The tournament was held in Turkey from 4 May to 16 May 2008...
, Grenier scored a hat trick
Hat Trick
Hat trick, hat-trick or hattrick may refer to:* hat-trick — in various sports, achieving three goals, wickets, etc. in a single match* Hattrick — online football management game** Hattrick Limited — producers of this game...
in the team's 6–0 thrashing of Albania
Albania national football team
The Albania national association football team is the national association football team of Albania and is controlled by the Football Association of Albania...
in the first qualifying round. At the Algarve Cup
Algarve Cup
The Algarve Cup is a global invitational tournament for national teams in women's football . Held annually in the Algarve region of Portugal since 1994, it is one of the most prestigious women's football events, alongside the Women's World Cup and Women's Olympic Football...
in Portugal, he helped the team to a 2nd place finish by scoring a brace in the team's 4–2 win against Denmark
Denmark national football team
The Denmark national football team represents Denmark in association football and is controlled by the Danish Football Association , the governing body for the football clubs which are organized under DBU...
. In the Elite Round portion of qualification, Grenier scored his only goal against Israel
Israel national football team
The Israel national football team is the national football team of Israel, controlled by the Israel Football Association .Israel National Football is the direct successor of the Eretz Yisrael National Team during British Mandate...
in the team's second group stage match. France finished the round unbeaten, which led to qualification to the UEFA-sanctioned tournament. At the 2008 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship, Grenier scored in the team's 3–3 draw with Spain
Spain national under-17 football team
The Spain national under-17 football team represents Spain in international football at this age level and is controlled by Royal Spanish Football Federation, the governing body for football in Spain....
converting on a curling free-kick in the 43rd minute. France later reached the final where they were defeated 4–0 by Spain.
With the under-18 team
France national under-18 football team
The France national under-18 football team is the national under-18 football team of France and is controlled by the French Football Federation. The team serves as a feeder team to the under-19 team as its matches aren't competitive...
, Grenier made his debut in the team's opening match against the Ukraine
Ukraine national football team
The Ukraine national football team is the national football team of Ukraine and is controlled by the Football Federation of Ukraine. After Ukrainian Independence and breakaway from the Soviet Union, they played their first match against Hungary on 29 April 1992...
. For the first time in a youth international campaign, Grenier went scoreless making seven total appearances with the team. For under-19 duty
France national under-19 football team
The France national under-19 football team is the national under-19 football team of France and is controlled by the French Football Federation. The team competes in the annual UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship. They were the 2010 champions of the competition having won on home soil...
, Grenier was again called upon by coach Francis Smerecki making his first appearance with the team at the 2009 edition of the Sendaï Cup. He scored his only goal for the team in the Tournio de Limoges against Greece
Greece national under-19 football team
-Group 3:- Current squad :Represented Greece in the UEFA under 19 championship July 20- August 1 2011- See also :* Greece Under-19 2007 national team* Greece Under-19 2007 national team- External links :*...
in a 3–3 draw. On 7 June 2010, Grenier was named to coach Smerecki's 18-man squad to participate in the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship
2010 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship
-Group B:---------------------Bracket:-Semi-finals:-----Final:-Goalscorers:4 goals Daniel Pacheco3 goals Zvonko Pamić Cédric Bakambu Alexandre Lacazette...
. In the tournament, he missed a penalty
Penalty shot
A penalty shot is a play used in several sports whereby a goal is attempted during stop-time. Penalty shots are sometimes grouped into the larger penalty shootout used to decide games in several sports.-Ice hockey:...
in the team's opening 4–1 victory over the Dutch
Netherlands national under-19 football team
The Netherlands national under-19 football team represents the Netherlands at this age level and is governed by the Koninklijke Nederlandse Voetbalbond — KNVB...
. Despite missing the team's final two matches, Grenier became a European champion following the team's 2–1 comeback victory against Spain
Spain national under-19 football team
The Spain national under-19 football team represents Spain in international football at this age level and is controlled by Royal Spanish Football Federation, the governing body for football in Spain.-UEFA European Under-19 Championship Record:...
in the final match. The title is the country's second UEFA Under-19 championship.
Due to France's victory at the UEFA Under-19 championship, the nation qualified for the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup
2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup
The 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup was the eighteenth edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup since its inception in 1977 as the FIFA World Youth Championship. Colombia hosted the tournament between 29 July and 20 August 2011, with matches being played in eight cities...
, which merited under-20 team
France national under-20 football team
The France national under-20 football team is the national under-20 football team of France and is controlled by the French Football Federation. The team competes in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which is held every two years and the Toulon Tournament, which is held every May when football league...
appearances for Grenier. He made his debut with the team on 7 October 2010 in a friendly match against Portugal
Portugal national under-20 football team
The Portugal national under-20 football team is the national under-20 football team of Portugal and is controlled by the Portuguese Football Federation, the governing body for football in Portugal....
, which ended 3–3. In the match, Grenier scored his first goal for the team netting the equalizing third goal. On 9 February 2011, he scored the opening goal for France in its 2–1 win over England
England national under-20 football team
- Round of 16 :-Friendlies:-Latest squad:The following players were named in the squad for the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup running from 29 July to the 20 August 2011.-Recent call-ups:...
. After appearing in two more matches with the team during the 2010–11 campaign, on 10 June 2011, Grenier was named to the 21-man squad to participate in the U-20 World Cup. He made his debut in the competition on 30 July 2011 in the team's 4–1 defeat to the hosts Colombia
Colombia national under-20 football team
The Colombia national under-20 football team, is controlled by the Federación Colombiana de Fútbol and represents Colombia in international under-20 football competitions.-Current squad:The following players are participating in the 2011 U-20 FIFA World Cup....
appearing as a substitute.
Club
(Correct as of 15 September 2011)| Club | Season | League | CupIncludes Coupe de France Coupe de France The Coupe Charles Simon, commonly known as the Coupe de France , is the premier knockout cup competition in French football organized by the French Football Federation... , Coupe de la Ligue Coupe de la Ligue The Coupe de la Ligue , known outside of France as the French League Cup, is a knockout cup competition in French football organized by the Ligue de Football Professionnel... , Trophée des Champions Trophée des champions The Trophée des champions , is a French association football trophy contested in an annual match between the champions of Ligue 1 and the winners of the Coupe de France. It is equivalent to the Super Cups found in many countries... |
Europe UEFA The Union of European Football Associations , almost always referred to by its acronym UEFA is the administrative and controlling body for European association football, futsal and beach soccer.... Includes UEFA Supercup |
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| Apps | Goals | Assists | Apps | Goals | Assists | Apps | Goals | Assists | Apps | Goals | Assists | ||
| Lyon Olympique Lyonnais Olympique Lyonnais is a French association football club based in Lyon. They play in France's highest football division, Ligue 1. The club was formed as Lyon Olympique Universitaire in 1899, according to many supporters and sport historians, but was nationally established as a club in 1950. The... |
2009–10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010–11 2010–11 Ligue 1 The 2010–11 Ligue 1 season was the 73rd since its establishment. Entering the season, Marseille were the defending champions. The fixtures were announced on 21 May 2010 and the season began on 7 August and ended on 29 May 2011. The winter break was in effect between 23 December and 15 January 2011... |
7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2011–12 2011–12 Ligue 1 The 2011–12 Ligue 1 season is the 74th since its establishment. Lille are the defending champions. The league schedule was announced on 31 March 2011 and the fixtures were determined on 10 June. The season began on 6 August 2011 and will end on 20 May 2012... |
4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 2 | |
| Total | 14 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 2 | |
| Career total | 14 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 2 | |
International
FranceFrance national football team
The France national football team represents the nation of France in international football. It is fielded by the French Football Federation , the governing body of football in France, and competes as a member of UEFA, which encompasses the countries of Europe...
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- UEFA European Under-19 Football ChampionshipUEFA European Under-19 Football ChampionshipThe European Under 19 Football Championship is an annual football competition organised by the sport's European governing body, UEFA. The competition has been held since 1948. It was originally called the FIFA junior tournament, until it was taken over by UEFA in 1955...
: 20102010 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship-Group B:---------------------Bracket:-Semi-finals:-----Final:-Goalscorers:4 goals Daniel Pacheco3 goals Zvonko Pamić Cédric Bakambu Alexandre Lacazette... - 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup2011 FIFA U-20 World CupThe 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup was the eighteenth edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup since its inception in 1977 as the FIFA World Youth Championship. Colombia hosted the tournament between 29 July and 20 August 2011, with matches being played in eight cities...
: Fourth Place
- UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship