Axel Allag, Media365, published on Thursday December 19, 2024 at 4:01 p.m.
The endless ordeal of Jimmy Cabot, who has not played for more than two years due to a serious knee injury, is over. This Thursday, at the age of 30, the player decided to retire from professional football.
“After a long silence, it is time for me to announce some news that weighs heavily on my heart: I am putting an end to my career as a professional footballer.” This Thursday, via a message posted on his . The former player of Troyes (2013-2016), Lorient (2016-2020), Angers (2020-2022) and Lens therefore admitted to being marked on an emotional level.
“This decision, although forced, saddens me deeply”
“This decision, although forced, saddens me deeply. I would have liked to share even more unforgettable moments, to thrill you during thrilling matches and to feel this passion together a little longer, but it is time for me to turn the page”, he said in a message published on his X account. Admitting to having enjoyed this game, he tried to express his passion through dribbling and a significant investment, but he had to go to the obvious: his fight in order to find the land became endless. “Injuries and obstacles have dotted my path, but each challenge has allowed me to learn.”
Cabot will give the fictitious kick-off for Lens-PSG on Sunday at Bollaert-Delelis
Recruited for 4 years by Lens in 2022, Cabot was only able to play 11 official matches with the Sang et Or before his serious injury, he will give the fictitious kick-off for the 32nd Coupe de France final match against Paris SG, this Sunday at Bollaert-Delelis (9 p.m.). “At the end of a tough and interminable battle, Jimmy Cabot decides to hang up his boots after 268 professional matches. In recognition of his state of mind, the club will offer him the opportunity to set foot on the Bollaert pitch one last time -Delelis, this Sunday, on the sidelines of the reception of Paris SG”, communicated the northern club this Thursday.
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