Fabrice Guzel

Fabrice Guzel (born 9 November 1990) is a footballer who plays as a defender for FC Plan-les-Ouates.

Early life

Guzel is a native of Lyon, France. He is of Armenian descent. He started playing football at the age of five.

Club career

Guzel started his career with French side UGA Lyon-Décines, where he debuted under the presidency of France international Youri Djorkaeff. He was regarded as one of the club's most important players. He later suffered an injury while playing for them. In 2015, he signed for French side Luçon FC. In 2016, he signed for French side AS Marck, but left due to conflict with the management. In 2017, he signed for French side UGA Ardziv. After that, he signed for French side US Pontet Grand Avignon 84, where he was regarded as one of the club's most important defenders. In 2018, he signed for Swiss side FC Stade Nyonnais, where he was regarded as a fan favorite. In total, he made twenty-three league appearances and scored three goals for FC Stade Nyonnais. In 2020, he signed for Swiss side FC Echallens.

International career

Guzel played for the Western Armenia national football team and was one of the team's professional players. he played for the team at the 2016 CONIFA World Football Cup, 2018 CONIFA World Football Cup, and 2019 CONIFA European Football Cup.

Style of play

Guzel mainly operates as a central defender and as a central midfielder. He is two-footed.

Personal life

Guzel was born in France to Armenian parents.