Lucas Bernardi facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Lucas Ademar Bernardi | ||
| Date of birth | 27 September 1977 | ||
| Place of birth | Rosario, Argentina | ||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Defensive midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1998–2000 | Newell's Old Boys | 75 | (3) |
| 2000–2001 | Marseille | 8 | (0) |
| 2001–2008 | Monaco | 178 | (4) |
| 2008–2014 | Newell's Old Boys | 198 | (3) |
| Total | 459 | (10) | |
| International career | |||
| 2004–2005 | Argentina | 6 | (0) |
| Managerial career | |||
| 2015–2016 | Newell's Old Boys | ||
| 2016 | Arsenal de Sarandí | ||
| 2017 | Godoy Cruz | ||
| 2017–2018 | Estudiantes | ||
| 2018 | Belgrano | ||
| 2019 | Godoy Cruz | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Lucas Ademar Bernardi (born 27 September 1977) is a former professional football player from Argentina. He was known for playing as a defensive midfielder, a player who helps protect the defense. After a successful playing career, he became a football manager.
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Playing Career Highlights
Lucas Bernardi started his football journey in Argentina. He played for a famous club called Newell's Old Boys. Later, he moved to France to play for European teams.
Time in France
In 2001, Lucas joined the French team Olympique de Marseille. After one season there, he moved to AS Monaco. This was a very important part of his career. He played over 200 games for Monaco!
One of his biggest achievements was helping AS Monaco reach the final of the 2003–04 UEFA Champions League in 2004. The Champions League is one of the most exciting football tournaments in the world. Even though they didn't win the final, it was a huge accomplishment.
Return to Argentina
After many years in France, Lucas Bernardi returned to his home country. In 2009, he rejoined his first club, Newell's Old Boys. He continued to play for them until 2014.
International Games
Lucas Bernardi also played for his country, Argentina. He made his first appearance for the national team in 2004. This was in a game against Japan. He played a total of 6 games for Argentina.
Coaching and Managing Teams
After retiring as a player, Lucas Bernardi started a new career as a football manager. He has managed several teams in Argentina.
Managing Godoy Cruz
On March 3, 2019, Lucas Bernardi was appointed as the manager of Godoy Cruz. This shows his continued passion for football, now guiding other players.
Honours and Trophies
Lucas Bernardi won some important trophies during his playing career.
With Monaco
- Coupe de la Ligue 2002–03: This is a French cup competition that Monaco won.
- UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2003–04: Reaching the final of this top European competition was a major achievement.
With Newell's Old Boys
- Argentine Primera División 2012–13: He helped Newell's Old Boys win the top football league in Argentina.
See also
In Spanish: Lucas Bernardi para niños
