Swiss Coach Lucien Favre Announces Retirement

Career Overview

Lucien Favre, the former coach of Borussia Dortmund and FC Zurich, has decided to retire at the age of 68.

Recent Tenure and Departure

Favre’s last coaching role was with OGC Nice, where he was dismissed in January 2023. This marked his second tenure at the French club.

Retirement Announcement

Since his departure from Nice, Favre has not taken on any new positions, and he has now confirmed that he is stepping away from coaching.

“I made my decision some time ago. I’ve always kept myself occupied. Now that I’m 68, it feels like everything has flown by,” he shared with Blick.

“I’ve nearly lost track of my age because I have always been engaged in work. I’m content with how things are now.”