Jimmy Briand – Girondins de Bordeaux (01/11/2020)

Here is a collector's item of immense prestige for all Ligue 1 enthusiasts, worn by an iconic French football striker in the midst of his race towards the mythical 100-goal mark in the top flight. This match worn jersey was used by the French international goalscorer Jimmy Briand during the clash between Girondins de Bordeaux and Olympique Lyonnais on January 11, 2020, for matchday 20.

Match Context: The Gones' comeback after Briand's dagger

For this return to the championship after the winter break, the atmosphere was electric at Matmut Atlantique. Paulo Sousa's Girondins intended to bring down an OL team in search of points. The scenario unfolded quickly in the 15th minute: taking advantage of a huge misunderstanding between Joachim Andersen and Anthony Lopes, poacher Jimmy Briand intercepted the ball and opened the scoring into an empty net.

Despite this lead at halftime, the second half turned in favor of Lyon. More incisive, the Gones equalized through Maxwel Cornet (50th) before Moussa Dembélé gave OL the definitive lead (57th). Lyon ultimately won 2-1 after an intense duel, but this jersey remains a direct witness to the opportunistic opening goal by the Bordeaux striker.

Jimmy Briand: Experience and goal-scoring prowess against his former club

A major contributor to Olympique Lyonnais' successful years in the early 2010s (with whom he won the Coupe de France), Jimmy Briand faced his former teammates that evening wearing the "scapulaire" (Bordeaux's crest) on his shoulders.

Known for his generosity in effort, his incisive runs, and his sense of positioning, the French goalscorer heavily impacted the Rhône defense. By scoring that cunning goal, he played a dirty trick on his ex-team and moved a little closer to the very exclusive club of Ligue 1 centurions. This jersey carries all the sweat of the tough duels in our championship. An essential collector's item for any fan of Girondins or OL.