1. Nampalys Mendy was born on 23 June 1992 and is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Ligue 1 club Lens.
24 Facts About Nampalys Mendy
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Nampalys Mendy featured in Senegal's 2021 Africa Cup of Nations Final victory against Egypt.
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On 27 April 2010, Nampalys Mendy signed his first professional contract, agreeing to a three-year deal with Monaco until June 2013.
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On 7 August 2010, Nampalys Mendy made his professional debut in the club's opening league match against Lyon.
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Nampalys Mendy played the entire 90 minutes, receiving a yellow card in the second half.
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Nampalys Mendy was linked to teams such as Manchester United and Arsenal.
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Nampalys Mendy had the second highest number of passes behind Thiago Motta, the most passes per game, and a passing accuracy of, best of any player not a member of Paris Saint-Germain.
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Nampalys Mendy suffered an ankle injury on his league debut at home against Arsenal on 20 August 2016 and was substituted in the 53rd minute.
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Nampalys Mendy ultimately made only four league appearances for the season.
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On 24 August 2020, Nampalys Mendy signed a two-year contract extension with the club.
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Nampalys Mendy scored his first goal for Leicester against Tottenham on 11 February 2023.
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On 4 September 2023, Nampalys Mendy joined Ligue 1 club Lens on a two-year contract as a free agent.
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Nampalys Mendy was born in France, and is Senegalese by descent.
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Nampalys Mendy is a former French youth international having earned caps at the under-17, under-18, and under-19 levels.
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Nampalys Mendy appeared in all three group stage matches as France were eliminated without winning a match.
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Nampalys Mendy was initially called up to the under-19 team in August 2010 only to play in the Sendai Cup in Japan, but due to his consistent performances domestically, Monaco coach Guy Lacombe convinced Bergeroo to make him a permanent part of the squad.
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Nampalys Mendy was officially called up to the under-19 team for qualification matches for the 2011 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.
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On 9 November 2010, while still eligible to represent the under-19 and under-20 teams, Nampalys Mendy was called up to the under-21 team for a friendly match against Russia.
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In March 2021, Nampalys Mendy received a first call-up to the Senegal national team, making his debut in a goalless draw with Congo.
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Nampalys Mendy was part of Senegal's squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations; the Lions of Teranga went on to win the tournament for the first time in their history, with Nampalys Mendy being named in CAF's Team of the Tournament.
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Nampalys Mendy played in all four of Senegal's matches at the 2022 FIFA World Cup as the nation reached the round of 16 for the first time since its debut in 2002.
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Nampalys Mendy is the cousin of fellow footballers Bafetimbi Gomis and Alexandre Nampalys Mendy.
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Nampalys Mendy was appointed a Grand Officer of the National Order of the Lion by President of Senegal Macky Sall following the nation's victory at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Nampalys Mendy is a defensive midfielder known for his resilience, intelligence, and good distribution of the ball.