Jocelyn Angloma

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Lore & Background

Angloma began his professional career in France and was a member of the Marseille team that won the 1992–93 UEFA Champions League. He played more than 400 games in European first divisions, including spells in Italy, and 120 appearances with Valencia in Spain, where he played until his retirement in 2002. He played in the UEFA Champions League Finals of 2000 and 2001 for Valencia, losing both. For France, he played 37 times between 1990 and 1996, scoring one goal, and was part of the squads at Euro 92 and Euro 96. For Guadeloupe, he debuted in 2006 at age 40, helping them qualify for the 2007 Caribbean Nations Cup, and played 14 matches in 2006 and 2007, scoring 4 goals. His last goal came on 17 June 2007 against Honduras, making him the second-oldest international goalscorer in world football at age 41 years and 314 days. In December 2017, he was appointed Guadeloupe's coach.

In Their Own Story

The source does not contain any narrative or specific match moments about Jocelyn Angloma. It only states that he played Ligue 1 games for Lille, Paris SG, and Marseille between 1989 and 1994, and that he is a Guadeloupe international.

Reader's Guide

Angloma played as a defender, primarily right-back, but moved to midfield playmaker for Guadeloupe after his return from retirement. His son Johan played in Guadeloupe youth teams and was a member of the Guadeloupe under-14 national team at the Coupe National Under-14 2008.

Did You Know?

• Angloma was the second-oldest international goalscorer in world football, behind only Roger Milla.
• He played in two UEFA Champions League Finals for Valencia, losing both in 2000 and 2001.
• Angloma represented Guadeloupe because it is not a FIFA member and only participates in regional competitions.