Alexis Martial

Alexis Martial (born 15 June 2001) is a French professional footballer who plays as a right-back for National 2 club Saint-Pryvé Saint-Hilaire.

Career Martial grew up in Val-d'Oise, and began playing football in the youth department of FC Écouen as a seven-year-old before moving to AAS Sarcelles. At 13, he joined the Lyon academy, where coaches like Cyril Dolce and Armand Garrido helped shape his technical and tactical development as a versatile defender.

After departing Servette in 2021, Martial experienced a period without a club but remained active by training with teams such as Versailles, FC 93, and his former club Sarcelles. In 2022, he participated in the UNFP FC summer camp, playing against Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 teams, which reignited his drive to return to professional football.

In 2023, Martial joined Orléans' reserves, competing in National 3. He evolved into captain for the reserve team.

Style of play Known for his versatility, Martial can play as a defensive midfielder, centre-back, or right-back, and is noted for his physicality, ball-winning ability, and capacity to advance play.

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