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Francis Benali (Francis Vincent Benali) was born on 30 December, 1968 in Southampton, England, is an English footballer (born 1968). Discover Francis Benali's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 55 years old?

Popular As Francis Vincent Benali
Occupation N/A
Age 55 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 30 December 1968
Birthday 30 December
Birthplace Southampton, England
Nationality United Kingdom

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Francis Benali Height, Weight & Measurements

At 55 years old, Francis Benali height is 5ft 9in .

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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Francis Benali Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Francis Benali worth at the age of 55 years old? Francis Benali’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from United Kingdom. We have estimated Francis Benali's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1968

Francis Vincent Benali (born 30 December 1968) is an English football coach and former professional player.

As a player, he was a full back who notably spent most of his career in the Premier League with Southampton, during a sixteen-year spell he notched up a total of 373 appearances in all competitions, scoring just once.

1988

Benali made his first team debut on 1 October 1988, coming off the bench against Derby County, in a 0–0 draw at The Dell.

His first start came soon after on 25 October 1988 at White Hart Lane against Tottenham Hotspur in a 2–1 win.

He soon became a mainstay in the Saints team, going on to make a total of 389 appearances for the club, including 243 Premier League appearances.

1997

His only FA Premier League goal came on 13 December 1997 with a header from a Matthew Le Tissier free-kick against Leicester City at The Dell.

2001

He also played for Nottingham Forest on loan in 2001 and later finished his career with a two-year spell at non-league side Eastleigh.

Following his retirement, Benali has coached at Southampton's academy as well as with semi-professional side Romsey Town.

He is also noted for his charity work and co-founded a football management agency with former team mate Matt Le Tissier.

2003

After losing his first-team place to Wayne Bridge, in January 2003, Benali returned to the starting line-up making two league appearances against Sunderland and Manchester United as well as two in the FA Cup against Millwall.

Although Benali did not appear in the FA Cup Final on 17 May 2003, he was awarded a runners-up medal for his two appearances in Round 4.

The replay against Millwall turned out to be his final competitive appearance for Southampton.

In July 2003, Benali joined the coaching staff at St. Mary's and took charge of the under-12 side at the Academy.

Benali, alongside Matt Le Tissier was the founder in October 2003 of the True Greats website.

2004

His final appearance in the Southampton first-team came as a substitute in the inaugural Ted Bates trophy match in January 2004 against Bayern Munich.

2005

On the departure of manager Harry Redknapp in December 2005, Benali and Matthew Le Tissier put themselves forward as joint candidates for the vacant position, but were not interviewed by chairman Rupert Lowe.

Benali had a two-year spell coaching at Romsey Town first coaching his son Luke in the under-18s before managing the club's reserve side.

2006

He was named as one of "Southampton's Cult Heroes," in a book by Jeremy Wilson in October 2006.

2014

In August/September 2014, Benali completed a three-week 1,000-mile (1,600 km) challenge running to all 20 Premier League grounds, raising in excess of £100,000 for the charity Cancer Research UK.

As a result, he became the first recipient to be awarded with the Spirit of the Game award in December 2014.

2015

He was also awarded the Just Giving Celebrity Fundraiser of the Year award in September 2015.

He is the father of television presenter, event host and blogger Kenzie Benali, and Luke Benali, who briefly played non-league football for Winchester City during the 2015–16 season.

2016

In October 2016, Benali completed another ultra-challenge, running and cycling to all 44 Premier League and Championship stadiums in 2 weeks.

He ran a marathon and cycled 75 miles each day and in the process raised over £350,000 for Cancer Research UK.

Following this, he was awarded the freedom of the city of Southampton.

In 2016, Benali was one of four founders of 73 Management, a football management agency, again along with ex-teammate Le Tissier.

Southampton

2019

In April 2019 it was announced that Benali would race seven Ironmans in seven days, as part of his aim to raise £1million for Cancer Research UK.

Despite being hospitalised, Benali completed five Ironmans, raising £1million.

2020

Benali was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours for services to cancer patients in the UK.

Benali was born in Southampton and attended Bellemoor School.

He played for Winsor United in the Southampton Tyro League.

At this level he was playing as a forward and was a prolific goal-scorer, being an early developer and quicker and stronger than most footballers of his age.

He was selected to represent Southampton and Hampshire Schools, and progressed to the England schoolboy team, scoring on his debut against Northern Ireland and making nine appearances at this level.

Benali was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours for services to cancer patients in the UK.

Benali has been a patron of the following charities:

He is also an ambassador for Southampton FC's charity Saints Foundation, alongside his daughter Kenzie Benali.

He is also an ambassador for the Saints Disabled Supporters' Association.

Alongside his charitable activities, Benali has worked as a pundit and commentator, mainly on Southampton matches.

In November 2023, he joined the Southern Daily Echo as a weekly columnist.