title: Jocelyn Blanchard
text: # Jocelyn Blanchard
  
  Jocelyn Blanchard (born 28 May 1972) is a French former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.
  
  ## Career
  
  Blanchard was born in Béthune, Pas-de-Calais.
  
  While at Metz he played in the final as they won the 1995–96 Coupe de la Ligue.
  
  On 5 June 2009, Austria Kärnten signed Blanchard from Austria Wien until June 2010. He was released by Austria Kärnten after the club went into liquidation in 2010.
  
  ## Style of play
  
  Blanchard was an accurate passer of the ball and possessed excellent technique. He earned a reputation as a key player for his teams, and his main attributes were his tough tackling and stamina.
  
  