Jean Batmale (29 April 1895 – 2 June 1971) was a French footballer who played as a forward and later worked as a football manager.
Early life and playing career
- Born in Lomme, Nord, France.
- Began his senior playing career in the late 1910s, featuring for clubs such as RC Paris and SC Brest.
International career
- Earned seven caps for the France national team between 1919 and 1924.
- Did not score for the national side during his appearances.
Coaching career
- After retiring as a player, Batmale transitioned to management.
- Managed several French clubs, including FC Sète, Le Havre AC, and RC Lens, during the 1930s and 1940s.
Legacy
Batmale is noted for his contributions both on the field as an early French international forward and off the field as a manager in the development of French club football during the interwar period.
All information presented is drawn from historical records of French football and is limited to verifiable facts.
