Éric Assadourian

Éric Assadourian (, born on 24 June 1966) is a former professional footballer who played as a striker. As of 2020, he is the head of the academy of Lens.

Born in France, he played for the Armenia national team, participating in 12 international matches and scoring 3 goals after making his debut on 5 October 1996 in an away 1998 World Cup qualification match against Northern Ireland.

Coaching and managerial career After retiring, Assadourian worked for Stade Brestois 29 and RC Lens in the youth sectors. From 2005 until 2011, he had different roles at Lens including managing the U18 squad and senior reserve team.

From June 2012 to June 2014, he worked for Qatari club Al-Duhail also in the youth sector. He then returned to Stade Brestois 29 and became manager of their U19's. In June 2019, he was appointed manager of Stade Rennais' U19 squad and responsible for the youth sector. However, after four months, he decided to resign from the positions.

In January 2020, he returned to Lens as head of the club's academy.

Career statistics Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1 5 October 1996 Northern Ireland 1–1 Draw 1998 WCQ 2 20 August 1997 Portugal 1–3 Loss 1998 WCQ 3 6 September 1997 Armenia 3–0 Win 1998 WCQ

Honours Toulouse Division 1 third place: 1986–87

Guingamp UEFA Intertoto Cup: 1996 Coupe de France finalist: 1996–97