After moving from Ligue 1 where he left an unforgettable memory, Modeste M’Bami died this Saturday.
Sad news for the League 1 and Cameroonian football. At 40, Modeste M’Bami passed away on Saturday 7 January.
The Yaoundรฉ native, renowned for his huge volume of play, his generosity in efforts but also recognized for his big heart off the pitch has died following a heart attack.
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our former lion Modeste Mbami (40) after succumbing to a heart attack this Saturday.
We give all our support to his loved ones and may his soul rest in peace ๐๐พ๐๏ธ
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38 times international with the Indomitable Lions, Modeste M’Bami had left a good memory in Ligue 1, passing through Sedan (2000-2003), the Paris Saint-Germain (2003-2006), Marseille Olympics (2006-2009) or even Le Havre (2014-2016).
By profession a defensive midfielder, he was one of the figures of Ligue 1 in the 2000s. During his career, Modeste M’Bami notably won the 2000 Olympics and a French Cup in 2004.
The entire editorial team of 90min sends its sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Modeste M’Bami.
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