Quotes by Just Fontaine

About Just Fontaine:

Just "Justo" Fontaine is a retired French football player best known for being the record holder for most goals scored in a single edition of the FIFA World Cup, with 13 in six games in 1958. In 2004, Pelé named him one of the 125 Greatest Living Footballers at a FIFA Awards Ceremony.
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I think it's good for sporting justice that Ronaldo scored twice in the final.

Just Fontaine

I spent my first twenty years in Morocco, where I coached the national team.

Just Fontaine

In those days there was not so much pressure on us.

Just Fontaine

Only two journalists followed the team around.

Just Fontaine

Nowadays, as soon as a striker scores three goals, everyone starts asking him about it.

Just Fontaine

As soon as he thinks about the record, he's finished. The secret is to put it out of your mind.

Just Fontaine

I think I'll take my record of 13 goals to the grave.

Just Fontaine

My record of 13 goals in the World Cup finals still stands.

Just Fontaine

Author Bio

  • NameJust Fontaine
  • DescriptionFrench footballer
  • BornAugust 18, 1933
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionAssociation Football Player
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour