How many caps did Eric Cantona win for France?

Eric Cantona won 45 caps for France, scoring 20 goals.

Which clubs did Eric Cantona play for?

AJ Auxerre (1983–1988), FC Martigues (1985–1986), Paris Saint-Germain (1988–1991), FC Girondins de Bordeaux (1989–1989), Montpellier Hérault Sport Club (1989–1990), Nîmes Olympique (1991–1991), Leeds United (1992–1992), Manchester United (1992–1997), Cruz Azul.

Where does Eric Cantona rank among France's greatest footballers?

The 33 Legends almanac ranks Eric Cantona #27 of France's 33 greatest players of all time.

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27 / France · 1987–1995

Eric Cantona

ST finisher

Caps · France

Goals · France

Life

1966

Clubs

AJ Auxerre, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United

#27

Editorial rank of 33 for France

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The people's rank, live from duel votes

The enigmatic genius who brought swagger and success back to Old Trafford, his iconic goals and 'kung-fu' kick cemented his legend as Manchester United's charismatic King. Career record: 45 caps and 20 goals for France; club career at AJ Auxerre, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United.

Career sources

Career dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q170328

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Career record

1983–1988	AJ Auxerre
1985–1986	FC Martigues
1988–1991	Paris Saint-Germain
1989–1989	FC Girondins de Bordeaux
1989–1990	Montpellier Hérault Sport Club
1991–1991	Nîmes Olympique
1992–1992	Leeds United
1992–1997	Manchester United
—	Cruz Azul
France	45 caps, 20 goals

Sources

Senior international years checked 4 October 2026
Caps · France checked 4 October 2026
Goals · France checked 4 October 2026

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Around Cantona in the almanac

One rank above: Raphaël Varane at #26.

One rank below: Hugo Lloris at #28.

France's editorial top five: Zinedine Zidane · Michel Platini · Thierry Henry · Karim Benzema · Kylian Mbappé.

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