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Benjamin Pavard

Benjamin Pavard is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender for Inter Milan and the France national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Benjamin Pavard is a French professional footballer who plays as a defender for Inter Milan and the France national team. He first rose to prominence at VfB Stuttgart and later won major honours with Bayern Munich, including the UEFA Champions League and multiple domestic titles.

Early life and club career

Pavard was born in Maubeuge, France, and came through the Lille system before moving to VfB Stuttgart in 2016. He later joined Bayern Munich in 2019 and moved to Inter Milan in 2023.

International career

Pavard made his senior debut for France in November 2017. He was part of the squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the 2020–21 UEFA Nations League, and also featured at the 2022 World Cup and UEFA Euro 2020 and 2024.

Playing style

Pavard is primarily a defender who can play both centre-back and right-back. Sources also list him as right-footed and used on the right side of defence.

Honours and achievements

His honours include the 2018 World Cup with France, league titles in Germany and Italy, and major European trophies with Bayern Munich. He was also part of Bayern’s 2019–20 sextuple-winning side.

Key facts

  • Developed at Lille before making his professional breakthrough in Germany with VfB Stuttgart.
  • Won the 2. Bundesliga with Stuttgart in 2016–17.
  • Joined Bayern Munich in 2019 and was part of the club’s 2019–20 treble and historic sextuple.
  • Transferred to Inter Milan in August 2023.
  • His volley against Argentina at the 2018 World Cup was voted Goal of the Tournament.
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Canadian context

Pavard is relevant to Canadian readers through international football coverage, major European club competition, and France’s matches against Canada-related audiences in global tournaments.

Frequently asked questions

What position does Benjamin Pavard play?
He is a defender who can play as a centre-back or right-back.
Which clubs has Benjamin Pavard played for?
He has played for Lille, VfB Stuttgart, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, and on loan at Marseille according to later club listings.
When was Benjamin Pavard born?
He was born on 28 March 1996 in Maubeuge, France.
What is Benjamin Pavard known for at the 2018 World Cup?
He scored a volley against Argentina that was voted Goal of the Tournament.
Has Benjamin Pavard won the World Cup?
Yes. He was part of France’s 2018 FIFA World Cup-winning squad.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Pavard
    Supports: Career overview, international honours, 2018 World Cup goal, and club history.
  2. Wikipedia (German) — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Pavard
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, positions, and transfer to Inter Milan.
  3. Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/benjamin-pavard/profil/spieler/353366
    Supports: Birth date, height, position, current club, and contract details.
  4. UEFA — https://www.uefa.com/uefanationsleague/teams/players/250081921--benjamin-pavard/
    Supports: France national team profile, position, and nationality.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/215378/benjamin-pavard
    Supports: Player profile, nationality, position, and current club listing.