Laura Boulleau was born on June 12, 1987 in Rouen, in the north of France. From a very young age, she showed a keen interest and a real passion for football. Born into a modest family, Laure grew up in a working-class neighborhood where she spent many hours playing ball with the boys around her. Very early on, young Laure showed extraordinary talent and determination for her age. Her parents, although surprised at first by this passion for a sport still largely perceived as masculine at the time, ended up encouraging and supporting her in this path. They quickly recognized their daughter's exceptional qualities and decided to enroll her in a local club so that she could fully flourish. This is how, at the age of 8, Laure Boulleau joined the training center of Le Havre AC, one of the most renowned football clubs in the region. In this structured framework, she can now train regularly and compete against other young players of her level. Very quickly, she stands out within the group with her exceptional technical skills, her vision of the game and her sense of anticipation.
The coaches at Le Havre AC were impressed by the dazzling progress of their young protégé. They saw exceptional potential in her and decided to do everything they could to promote her development. Laure then benefited from personalized monitoring, with intensive training sessions and quality supervision. Despite her young age, Laure Boulleau quickly established herself as one of the most promising players at the training center. Her performances in championship matches quickly attracted the attention of recruiters from the biggest French clubs. At only 15 years old, she was already receiving her first transfer offers, demonstrating the early recognition of her immense talent. It now remains to be seen whether the young prodigy will be able to keep her promises and take the necessary steps to become one of the best players of her generation. Her career, still in its early stages, suggests an exceptional career.
After shining in the youth teams of Le Havre AC, Laure Boulleau was quickly spotted by recruiters from the biggest French clubs. At just 15 years old, she received several tempting offers, but ultimately chose to continue her training within the Normandy team's center. Her goal: to brilliantly complete her school curriculum before devoting herself fully to her professional career. Laure therefore applied herself brilliantly to reconciling her studies and her passion for football. Despite a particularly busy schedule, she managed to obtain a general baccalaureate with honors, a remarkable achievement given her intense investment on the training grounds. Building on this academic success, the young prodigy was then offered the opportunity to join a prestigious American university, where she could combine higher education and playing football at a high level. But Laure, attached to her roots and wanting to stay in France, declined this offer to enroll at the University of Caen. It was therefore in the Normandy capital that Laure Boulleau began her higher education, alongside her career at Le Havre AC.
Enrolled in a law degree, the young woman quickly distinguished herself with her brilliant academic performances. Studious and diligent, she completed her three years of degree with honors, maintaining a general average of around 16/20. With these remarkable academic results, Laure then decided to pursue a master's degree in Business Law, still at the University of Caen. This strategic choice allowed her to best prepare for the challenges that awaited her once her sports career was over.
Because, despite her young age, Laure is already well aware of the importance of building a solid academic background to ensure her future retraining. Her two years of master's degree proved to be just as brilliant as her degree course. Laure proved to be an exemplary student, easily reconciling her intensive training, her matches with the first team of Le Havre AC and her demanding studies. She finally obtained her master's degree with honors, an achievement praised by the entire university community. Alongside her studies, Laure Boulleau continued her meteoric rise within the Normandy club. An undisputed starter in the first team from the age of 18, she quickly became one of the references in the women's D1 championship. Her remarkable performances on the field, combined with her academic excellence, make her a true source of inspiration for a whole generation of young female footballers. With this dual success, both academic and sporting, Laure Boulleau is courted by many clubs in France. But, true to her values and keen to continue her development in an environment she knows well, she finally chooses to join Paris Saint-Germain, a club with which she has already had the opportunity to train on several occasions.
It is therefore with her prestigious master's degree and her rich experience at the highest level that Laure begins a new decisive stage in her career, determined to confirm her status as a great player and to shine the PSG colours, both on and off the pitch.
After shining in the youth teams of Le Havre AC and obtaining a master's degree in Business Law at the University of Caen, Laure Boulleau took a new decisive step in her career by signing with Paris Saint-Germain, one of the biggest French clubs. At 22, the young Norman player made her debut in the women's first division with the Parisian colors. Despite the fierce competition and the high level of the championship, Laure quickly established herself as an undisputed starter in the PSG squad. From the first matches, she demonstrated a maturity and technical mastery that were astonishing for her age. Her qualities of vision of the game, positioning and precise passing allowed her to establish herself as the metronome of the team. Laure Boulleau quickly became a key player in the Parisian game, orchestrating attacks and ensuring the transition between the lines with disconcerting ease. Alongside experienced players such as Jordana, Élise Bussaglia and Marie-Laure Delie, Laure Boulleau blossomed fully and displayed an exceptional level of play from her first season. Her remarkable performances quickly attracted the attention of observers and supporters of the club. Under the leadership of coach Antoine Kombouaré, the young midfielder demonstrated self-denial and rigor at all times.
Attentive to tactical instructions, she also stands out as a natural leader in midfield, guiding her teammates with authority and serenity. Despite her young age, Laure Boulleau displays maturity and an extraordinary personality. Off the field, she also shows great exemplarity, getting involved in numerous charitable actions and demonstrating a real sense of duty towards the club and its supporters.
This inaugural season at the highest level ended in triumph for Laure and Paris Saint-Germain. The club won the French championship, offering the young Norman player her first major title. A well-deserved consecration for someone who had established herself as one of the revelations of the season. With this first conclusive experience, Laure Boulleau approached the following season with even more ambition and determination. Now considered one of the best players in the championship, she must now assume the status of team leader and guide her teammates to new heights. Under the leadership of the new coach, Olivier Echouafni, Laure confirmed all her talent and value. An essential player in the Parisian midfield, she actively participated in the conquest of a new French champion title. But this time, the Parisian club achieved the double by also winning the Women's French Cup. With these two national titles won in two seasons, Laure Boulleau has definitely established herself as one of the essential players in the French championship.
Her high-level performances, combined with her exemplary nature and leadership, make her a true emblematic figure of French women's football. Building on these successes, Paris Saint-Germain is now projecting itself onto the European stage, determined to shine in UEFA competitions. Laure Boulleau, now team captain, has the mission of accompanying her teammates in this new continental adventure.
After shining in the youth teams of Le Havre AC and obtaining a master's degree in Business Law at the University of Caen, Laure Boulleau took a new decisive step in her career by signing with Paris Saint-Germain in 2012. At 22, the young Norman player made her debut in the women's first division with the Parisian colors. Despite the fierce competition and the high level of the championship, Laure quickly established herself as an undisputed starter in the PSG squad. From the first matches, she demonstrated a maturity and technical mastery that were breathtaking for her age. Her qualities of vision of the game, positioning and precise passing allowed her to establish herself as the metronome of the team. Laure Boulleau quickly became a key player in the Parisian game, orchestrating attacks and ensuring the transition between the lines with disconcerting ease. Alongside experienced players like Jordana, Élise Bussaglia and Marie-Laure Delie, Laure Boulleau flourished and displayed an exceptional level of play from her first season.
Her remarkable performances soon attracted the attention of observers and supporters of the club. Under the leadership of coach Antoine Kombouaré, the young midfielder demonstrated self-denial and rigor at all times. Attentive to tactical instructions, she also established herself as a natural leader in midfield, guiding her teammates with authority and serenity. This inaugural season at the highest level ended triumphantly for Laure and Paris Saint-Germain. The club won the French championship, offering the young Norman player her first major title. A well-deserved consecration for someone who had established herself as one of the revelations of the season. With this first conclusive experience, Laure Boulleau approached the following season with even more ambition and determination. Now considered one of the best players in the championship, she must now assume the status of team leader and guide her teammates to new heights.
After having shone under the colors of Paris Saint-Germain, Laura Boulleau was quickly spotted by the staff of the French women's team. In 2013, she honored her first selection with the Bleues, taking part in a friendly match against Norway. From her debut in the national team, Laure impressed with her maturity, her vision of the game and her ability to adapt to an even higher level. Her convincing performances allowed her to settle in permanently in the French group, becoming a key player in the French midfield. Under the direction of coach Éric Méchin, Laure Boulleau played an active part in the qualification of the French team for the 2015 World Cup in Canada. During the play-off matches against England, the midfielder delivered high-flying performances, guiding her teammates to victory and obtaining the precious sesame for the world competition. Once on the Canadian scene, Laure Boulleau confirmed all her talent and her importance in the framework of the French team. An undisputed starter, she shines with her vision, her technical accuracy and her ability to keep the ball under pressure.
A true conductor of the midfield, she demonstrated a keen tactical sense, reading the game perfectly to judiciously place her passes. Carried by Laure's class and leadership, the Bleues had a remarkable run, reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup. Despite being eliminated by Germany, the future champion of the tournament, the performance of the French team and the level displayed by Laure Boulleau left their mark. Following this successful World Cup, Laure definitively established herself as an essential member of the French team. Alongside iconic players such as Élise Bussaglia, Amandine Henry and Eugénie Le Sommer, she formed a midfield of rare density, capable of dominating any adversity. In the years that followed, Laure Boulleau was one of the great architects of the success of the Bleues. She actively participated in the qualification for Euro 2017 in the Netherlands, then for the 2019 World Cup in France. Her very high-level performances in these major competitions greatly contributed to the great epics of the national team.
After shining in the blue jersey of the French team and gaining solid experience at the highest international level, Laure Boulleau returns to Paris Saint-Germain with new ambitions. Now considered one of the best players in the French championship, she is expected to lead the Parisian club to new heights. Under the leadership of a new coach, Olivier Echouafni, Laure quickly established herself as the undisputed boss of the Parisian midfield. Thanks to her exceptional vision, her technical accuracy and her sense of positioning, she dictates the pace of Parisian attacks and ensures the transition between the lines with breathtaking mastery. Alongside experienced players such as Marie-Laure Delie, Élise Bussaglia and Jordana, Laure Boulleau is a true leader in midfield. Her natural authority, her demand for perfection and her sense of sacrifice make her a role model for her young teammates. From the start of the 2016-2017 season, Paris Saint-Germain has shown high ambitions on all fronts. Laure Boulleau and her partners intend to win the title of French champion, but also to win the Coupe de France, a trophy that the Parisian club has never yet lifted. In an increasingly tough championship, where competition is fierce between the best teams, PSG is showing itself to be particularly solid and conquering under the leadership of Laure. Despite a few hiccups, the Parisian team is racking up victories and is gradually establishing itself at the top of the standings.
In the heart of winter, the Parisians put in a benchmark match by winning against their runner-up, Olympique Lyonnais. During this top-flight confrontation, Laure Boulleau delivered a high-flying performance, dominating the midfield and providing assists for her teammates. This major victory strengthened PSG's leadership position and sent a strong signal to the competition. As the championship entered its crucial phase, Laure and her teammates also approached the final of the Coupe de France, the final objective of the season. Facing En Avant de Guingamp, the Parisians showed unwavering determination to win this coveted first trophy. This first national consecration excited the entire Parisian group, which thus saw its efforts rewarded. Laure Boulleau, as a team leader, proudly lifted this long-awaited trophy, to the cheers of the supporters. This victory in the Coupe de France is an ideal springboard to approach the end of the season and the final sprint in the championship. This Cup-Championship double is a moment of glory for the Normandy midfielder, who sees her efforts and determination rewarded at the highest level. This consecration is only the beginning of a career promised to new heights, Laure Boulleau now asserting herself as one of the star players of Paris Saint-Germain and the French team.
After winning the Cup and Championship double with Paris Saint-Germain in the 2016-2017 season, Laure Boulleau approaches the new season with great ambitions. With a strengthened squad and the prospect of competing in the Champions League, the Parisian club is now aiming for continental consecration. From the start of the European campaign, Laure Boulleau has shown herself to be up to the challenge. Reassuring in the construction of the game, decisive in key moments, she takes on an additional dimension and asserts herself as an undisputed leader at the heart of the Parisian midfield. Her high-flying performances allow PSG to successfully negotiate the first rounds of the competition. Facing quality opponents, Laure shows impressive composure and technical mastery, guiding her teammates to the top. When the Parisians reach the quarter-finals, they are faced with one of the biggest names in European women's football: the powerful FC Barcelona. Despite the Catalan team's status as favourite, Laure Boulleau and her partners are approaching this double confrontation with a fighting spirit and unwavering determination.
In the first leg at the Parc des Princes, Laure delivered a high-flying performance. Omnipresent on the pitch, she dictated the pace of the game, multiplied recoveries and provided decisive passes to her attackers. Thanks to her major influence, Paris Saint-Germain won 2-1 and took a serious advantage before the return match. A week later, the Parisians travelled to the Camp Nou with the firm intention of validating their ticket for the last four of the Champions League. Facing the impressive Blaugrana, Laure Boulleau and her teammates demonstrated extraordinary courage and commitment. Despite the pressure exerted by the Catalans, the French midfielder showed remarkable composure, reading the opponent's game perfectly and judiciously directing the ball. With her exceptional vision and technical mastery, she manages to regularly relieve her team and maintain a precious balance. In the final minutes of a thrilling match, Laure Boulleau is at the conclusion of a well-executed counterattack, thus sealing Paris Saint-Germain's historic qualification for the semi-finals of the Champions League. This performance of a very high level earns her the warm ovations of the Parisian supporters.
After 13 seasons at the highest level, Laure Boulleau decided to hang up her boots in 2018 at the age of 31. She then chose to retrain in a coaching role by becoming assistant coach of the Paris Saint-Germain women's team. Her leadership qualities and wealth of experience make her a valued member of the club's staff.Boulleau spent the majority of her playing career at Paris Saint-Germain, joining the club's academy in 2004 and making her first-team debut in 2007. Over the next 11 seasons, she established herself as a key player for the Parisian team, known for her tireless work rate, defensive solidity and ability to contribute to the attack. Boulleau was a fixture in the starting line-up, helping PSG win the Division 1 Féminine title in 2015 and 2016. Beyond her club success, Boulleau also earned 70 caps for the France national team between 2009 and 2017. She was a member of the team that won the 2017 UEFA Women's Championship, although she had to settle for a playing role at that point in her international career.
After announcing her retirement from professional football in 2018, Boulleau quickly moved into a coaching role at Paris Saint-Germain. She was appointed assistant coach under Olivier Echouafni, the head coach of the women's team. In this role, Boulleau was able to share her wealth of experience and knowledge with the club's current generation of players. Boulleau's responsibilities as an assistant coach include helping to design training sessions, analyzing opposing teams, and providing tactical advice to players. She has also taken on a mentoring role, using her experience to help develop the next wave of talented young players coming through PSG's academy. Clearly, Boulleau has adapted perfectly to her new role and has quickly established herself as an important member of the coaching staff. Her deep understanding of the game, coupled with her strong leadership skills and ability to connect with players, have made her a valuable asset to the club. Beyond her work on the training pitch, Boulleau has also been active in the media, providing insightful analysis and commentary on the women’s game. She has become a respected voice, using her platform to advocate for greater investment and support for women’s sport.
Since the end of her playing career, tributes and distinctions have been pouring in for Laure Boulleau, testifying to the esteem and respect she holds from her peers and the governing bodies of French football. In 2018, the year she retired, Boulleau was named a Knight of the National Order of Merit, one of the highest civil distinctions awarded in France. This recognition highlights the commitment and services rendered by the former international to the development of women's football in France. The same year, Boulleau was also elected to the Federal Council of the French Football Federation (FFF), becoming one of the few women to hold such a position within the governing body of French football. This nomination demonstrates the confidence placed in her by the FFF leadership, who see her as a leading figure capable of bringing her expertise and leadership to advance women's football. In 2019, Boulleau received the UNFP trophy for the best player in the French women's championship, a prestigious award given by the professional footballers' union. This tribute from her peers highlights the impact she has had on the game during her career, as well as the esteem in which she is held by the French football community.
Beyond these official distinctions, Boulleau has also been in great demand to take part in numerous initiatives aimed at promoting women's football and inspiring younger generations. In particular, she was an ambassador for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, a role she fulfilled brilliantly by multiplying interventions and awareness-raising actions with the general public. In 2020, Boulleau was also named patron of the Paris Saint-Germain Foundation, a recognition of her unwavering attachment to the Parisian club and her commitment to the social cause. In this context, she has been involved in numerous charitable and support actions for disadvantaged communities in the Paris region. Finally, in 2021, Boulleau was honored by the Académie des Sports, which awarded her the title of Chevalier de l'Ordre du Mérite Sportif. This prestigious distinction recognizes her entire career and her positive influence on the development of women's football in France. These numerous tributes and distinctions bear witness to the indelible mark that Laure Boulleau has left on French football. Beyond her performances on the field, it is her commitment, her leadership and her role as a pioneer that are recognized by her peers and the sport's governing bodies. Even though she has hung up her boots, Boulleau continues to be an inspiring and respected figure, who helps to change mentalities and promote the values of women's football.
After a brilliant playing career at the highest level and a successful transition to coaching, Laura Boulleau has undoubtedly established herself as an emblematic figure in French women's football. Throughout her career, Boulleau has distinguished herself through her talent, commitment and leadership, becoming a role model for younger generations of female footballers. Her performances on the pitch, her sparkling record with Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team have made her one of the most respected and admired players of her generation. But it is beyond her sporting achievements that Boulleau has left her mark on the landscape of French women's football. Her pioneering role, her involvement in promoting the discipline and her commitment to equal opportunities have made her a key figure. When she hung up her boots in 2018, Boulleau chose to retrain in technical management, becoming the assistant to the staff of the Paris Saint-Germain women's team. In this new role, she was able to use her experience and leadership qualities to support and guide the club's current players. Beyond her daily involvement within PSG, Boulleau has also increased the number of interventions and awareness-raising actions aimed at promoting women's football to the general public.
Whether as an ambassador for the 2019 Women's World Cup or as patron of the Paris Saint-Germain Foundation, she has used her fame to inspire and encourage young girls to get involved in football. The many distinctions and tributes she has received since the end of her playing career are testament to the esteem and respect she holds for her by her peers and the governing bodies of French football. From the title of Knight of the National Order of Merit to election to the Federal Council of the FFF, to the trophy for best player in the championship, Boulleau has been rewarded many times for her commitment and her pioneering role. Today, Laure Boulleau continues to be an inspiring and respected figure, who actively contributes to changing mentalities and promoting the values of women's football. Her exemplary career, her natural leadership and her dedication to the cause of this rapidly expanding sport make her a true icon, a role model for younger generations of players and coaches. Beyond her sporting achievements, it is above all the lasting impact that Boulleau has had on the development of French women's football that makes her a key figure. Her influence, commitment and leadership will continue to be felt in the years to come, as women's sport continues to gain visibility and recognition in France.