"He didn't abandon ship when things were tough": Paris FC celebrates historic president Pierre Ferracci before his departure

Pierre Ferracci, who transformed Paris FC from near-relegation to Ligue 1 contention over 12 years, will step down as president on November 9.

Paris FC will honour president Pierre Ferracci on Sunday, November 1, ahead of his official departure on November 9. The 74-year-old has led the club since 2012, when it faced potential relegation to the fourth division. Under his stewardship, Paris FC has risen to sixth place in Ligue 1 and built a modern academy that opened in Orly in 2019, with a new facility set to open in December 2026.

Ferracci is credited as the architect of the club's transformation. Goalkeeper Vincent Demarconnay, who holds the appearance record with 376 games, praised his consistency: "He didn't abandon ship when things were difficult." Even during winters in the National division with only 300 spectators, Ferracci rarely missed a match. General director Jean-Marc Gallot said: "The main word is great respect for Pierre. His mark will remain in Paris FC's history."

Beyond the men's side, Ferracci championed the women's team, orchestrating a merger with Juvisy that has made Paris FC Women a regular Champions League qualifier. He steps down after a planned two-year transition period with incoming president Antoine Arnault, having fulfilled his ambition to build a second major Ligue 1 club in Paris.