French · Gassin, France · Born 17 January 1967French footballer and winger who became a Premier League icon at Newcastle United and Tottenham, winning PFA Player of the Year in 1999.
David Ginola was named both the PFA and FWA Footballer of the Year in 1999, the same season he inspired Tottenham to League Cup glory, a rare double recognition of his impact in the Premier League. Renowned for his elegant dribbling and eye for a spectacular goal, the Frenchman also starred for Newcastle United and Paris Saint-Germain, winning the Coupe de France and UEFA Cup, and later became a prominent television pundit and occasional actor.
Being the first French player to win PFA Player of the Year
He won the PFA and FWA Player of the Year awards in the same season despite Tottenham finishing tenth in the Premier League.
Did You Know?How They Played
Skillful left winger with pace, dribbling ability and crossing
Lasting Impact
Transformed perception of French flair players in English football
Career Honours
- PFA Player of Year 1999
- FWA Player of Year 1999
- Coupe de France 1993
- Coupe de la Ligue 1995
- UEFA Cup 1997
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 1995–1997 | 58 | 6 | — |
| Racing Club Toulon | 1985–1988 | 0 | 51 | #11 |
| Sporting Toulon Var | 1988–1990 | 0 | 51 | #11 |
| Brest | 1990–1992 | 76 | 17 | — |
| Aston Villa | 2000–2002 | 17 | 1 | — |
| Everton | 2002–2002 | 5 | 0 | — |
| Paris Saint-Germain | 1992–1995 | 98 | 28 | — |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 1997–2000 | 100 | 13 | — |
 France | — | 17 | 3 | — |
French Athletes