Didier Knayer (born 26 November 1957) is a French former professional footballer who played as a centre-back.[1] In his career, he played for INF Vichy, Bastia, Béziers, Orléans, and Martigues.[2]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 26 November 1957 | ||
| Place of birth | Toulouse, France | ||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Centre-back | ||
| Youth career | |||
| INF Vichy | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1974–1977 | INF Vichy | ||
| 1977–1979 | Bastia | 8 | (0) |
| 1979–1983 | Béziers | 115+[a] | (1+) |
| 1983–1986 | Orléans | 96 | (5) |
| 1986–1989 | Martigues | 90 | (4) |
| Total | 309+ | (10+) | |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Club career
After starting his career at INF Vichy, Knayer joined Bastia following a recommendation by Pierre Pibarot. Knayer participated in Bastia's run in the 1977–78 UEFA Cup;[3] he played during the club's 3–1 victory over Newcastle United in the second round.[4] He made eight Division 1 appearances during his stay at the Corsican club.[1] In 1979, Knoyer joined Béziers.[1] Ahead of the 1983–84 season, he was recruited by Orléans.[5] In 1986, Knoyer signed for Martigues. He ended his professional career three years later in 1989.[2]
International career
Knayer was a France youth international.[citation needed]
Personal life
Didier's father Jean-Pierre was also a footballer.[citation needed]
After his football career, Knayer became a real estate developer in Santa-Maria-di-Lota.[citation needed]
Honours
Bastia