Nicolas Laspalles
# Nicolas Laspalles

Nicolas Laspalles (born 27 November 1971) is a retired French footballer who played as a defender. He was a stalwart in Ligue 1, best known for his stints in Guingamp, Paris Saint-Germain, and Nantes.

## Club career

Laspalles begun his professional career with Guingamp, and in his first two years they were promoted twice into the Ligue 1. He moved to Paris Saint-Germain after Guingamp got relegated in 1998. He then joined FC Nantes, winning the 2000–01 French Division 1 in his first season there. At the end of his career, he moved to U.S. Lecce, but after 6 months returned to Guingamp to finish his career and gain coaching experience.

## Personal life

Nicolas' son, Roman Laspalles, followed in his father's footsteps and is a professional footballer as well.

## Honours

### Club

**Guingamp**

* UEFA Intertoto Cup: 1996

**RC Lens**

* Coupe de la Ligue: 1999

**FC Nantes**

* French Division 1: 2000–01
* Trophée Des Champions: 2001
