Gilbert Zoonekynd

Gilbert Zoonekynd (born 4 October 1956) is a French former professional footballer and coach. A midfielder during the 1970s and 1980s, he made more than 200 appearances for US Dunkerque before continuing his career with Limoges FC, FC Gueugnon and FC Montceau Bourgogne. After retiring as a player, he became a coach.

Career Zoonekynd began his professional career with US Dunkerque. He then joined Limoges FC in 1981, followed by a season with FC Gueugnon in 1983–1984 and two seasons with FC Montceau Bourgogne. He finished his playing career at US Boulogne, where he also began coaching.

Coaching career While still a player at US Boulogne, Zoonekynd served as player‑coach from 1986 to 1988. He then went on to manage FC Flers (1990–1992) and CA Propriano (1992–1993). In the 1996-97 season he become Épinal’s head coach.