Arthur Desmas announces retirement from professional football due to concussions

Arthur Desmas, a 32-year-old French goalkeeper, has announced his retirement from professional football due to health concerns related to repeated concussions. The decision was made on the advice of his neurosurgeon, who noted physical symptoms including headaches and memory issues. Desmas, who began his career at Stade Brestois, has played for teams such as Chamois Niort and Le Havre AC, making a total of 253 appearances. Most recently, he played for Al-Duhail SC in Qatar, where he made just two appearances after joining in September 2025. His retirement marks the end of a career that included significant time in Ligue 2 and France’s top flight.

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