Brice Samba
GK · Lens · France
Quick facts
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Born
April 25, 1994
Zodiac
♉ Taurus
About
Brice Samba is a goalkeeper for France. He plays for Lens since 2024. With 8 senior caps and 0 international goals, Brice adds experience, structure, and game intelligence to France. His recent role emphasizes disciplined positioning, efficient decision-making, and consistency across high-tempo match phases. Heading into the 2026 World Cup cycle, he profiles as a trusted option for difficult fixtures and in-game tactical adjustments.
Strengths
- +Shot-stopping reflexes
- +Penalty-area command
- +Distribution under pressure
Weaknesses
- −Rebound control in traffic
- −Long-range starting position
Role in the XI
In the projected XI, Brice fits as a goalkeeper, with responsibilities built around shape, timing, and clean execution in and out of possession. His profile supports tactical balance and gives the coaching staff dependable options under pressure.
Skill Profile
Rating breakdown and core attribute balance.
54
PAC
21
SHO
33
PAS
48
DRI
14
DEF
54
PHY
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in France
Brice Samba was born on April 25, 1994 in France.
Played for Le Havre B
Played for Le Havre B, making 27 appearances.
Played for Le Havre
Played for Le Havre.
Played for Marseille
Played for Marseille, making 1 appearance.
Played for Marseille B
Played for Marseille B, making 9 appearances.
Played for Nancy
Played for Nancy, making 2 appearances.
Played for Nancy B
Played for Nancy B, making 2 appearances.
Played for Caen B
Played for Caen B, making 3 appearances.
Played for Caen
Played for Caen, making 43 appearances.
International debut for France
Made senior international debut for France. Has earned 8 caps for the national team.
Played for Nottingham Forest
Played for Nottingham Forest, making 125 appearances.
Played for Lens
Played for Lens, making 85 appearances.
Joined Rennes
Signed for Rennes, making 37 appearances.
Current Status
Currently playing for Lens and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with France.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Marseille | 2013–2017 | 1 | 0 | - |
Marseille B | 2013–2017 | 9 | 0 | - |
Nancy | 2015–2016 | 2 | 0 | - |
Caen B | 2017–2018 | 3 | 0 | - |
Lens | 2022–2025 | 85 | 0 | - |
Le Havre B | 2011–2013 | 27 | 0 | - |
Caen | 2017–2019 | 43 | 0 | - |
Nottingham Forest | 2019–2022 | 125 | 0 | - |
Nancy B | 2015–2016 | 2 | 0 | - |
Le Havre | 2011–2013 | 0 | 0 | - |
Rennes | 2025–Present | 37 | 0 | - |
| Total | 334 | 0 | 0 | |
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2026 club status
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