Alain Couriol
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Alain Couriol is a former football striker
from France, who earned 12 caps and scored 2 goals for the France national football team
, including playing in the 1982 FIFA World Cup
where France finished fourth. During his career, he played for Inf Vichy (1978–1979), AS Monaco (1979–1983), Paris Saint-Germain (1983–1989), SC Toulon (1989–1990), Saint Denis Saint Leu (1990–1991).
Striker
Forwards, also known as strikers, are the players on a team in association football who play nearest to the opposing team's goal, and are therefore principally responsible for scoring goals...
from France, who earned 12 caps and scored 2 goals for the France national football team
France national football team
The France national football team represents the nation of France in international football. It is fielded by the French Football Federation , the governing body of football in France, and competes as a member of UEFA, which encompasses the countries of Europe...
, including playing in the 1982 FIFA World Cup
1982 FIFA World Cup
The 1982 FIFA World Cup, the 12th FIFA World Cup, was held in Spain from 13 June to 11 July. The tournament was won by Italy, after defeating West Germany 3–1 in the final.-Host selection:...
where France finished fourth. During his career, he played for Inf Vichy (1978–1979), AS Monaco (1979–1983), Paris Saint-Germain (1983–1989), SC Toulon (1989–1990), Saint Denis Saint Leu (1990–1991).