French · Sens, France · Born 14 February 1983French professional footballer who played as a right-back for Arsenal and Manchester City, earning 65 caps for France including Euro 2016 final appearance.
Bacary Sagna was born on 14 February 1983 in Sens, France, and progressed through the youth ranks of his hometown club before joining Auxerre's academy in 1997. He made his professional debut for Auxerre in 2004 and developed into one of the most reliable right-backs in French football, known for his consistency, positional discipline, and attacking contribution down the flank. Arsenal signed Sagna in 2007, and he spent seven seasons as one of the club's most dependable defenders during a period when Arsenal's squad underwent significant change, forming part of the team's defensive backbone throughout. His performances earned him selection to the PFA Team of the Year on multiple occasions, a rare honour for a full-back at a club not challenging consistently for the Premier League title during his tenure. Sagna moved to Manchester City in 2014, adding a Premier League title to his collection in his first season at the club, before finishing his European career with a brief spell at Italian club Benevento and Canadian side Montreal Impact. Sagna earned dozens of caps for France between 2007 and 2016, representing his country at the 2014 World Cup and Euro 2016, where France reached the final on home soil. After retiring, he moved into coaching, taking charge of Banaat FC in 2025.
Consistent performances as Arsenal's first-choice right-back for seven seasons
He once played several matches with a broken leg that went undiagnosed, showing extraordinary toughness and commitment.
Did You Know?How They Played
Solid defensive right-back with good pace and crossing ability
Lasting Impact
Reliable defender who represented France at major tournaments and was a Premier League stalwart
Career Honours
- FA Cup 2014
- League Cup 2016
- Premier League 2012
| Club | Period | Fee | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auxerre B | 2002–2004 | — | 37 | 3 |
| Auxerre | 2004–2007 | £7m | 87 | 0 |
| Arsenal | 2007–2014 | £7m | 213 | 4 |
| Manchester City | 2014–2017 | Free transfer | 54 | 0 |
| Benevento | 2018–2018 | — | 13 | 1 |
| Montreal Impact | 2018–2019 | — | 35 | 2 |
 France | — | — | 65 | — |
French Athletes