Hugo Picard

Hugo Fabrice Thierry Picard is a French professional footballer who plays as a left midfielder or left winger for the Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew.

Club career

Picard began playing football with his local club Lorgeron-Torfou and was scouted as a U11 by Nantes. After being released by Nantes partly due to his slight build, He moved to the youth academy of Guingamp in 2019, where he continued his development. He made his professional debut with Guingamp as a late substitute in a 4–0 Ligue 2 loss to Annecy on 8 October 2022. On 3 January 2023, he signed his first professional contract with the club until June 2026. On 10 January 2025, he had three assists in a 4–1 victory against Annecy.
On 14 July 2025, Picard transferred to the Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer, signing a contract until 2028, with a one-year extension for 2029.

Style of play

A diminutive, right-footed player, Hugo Picard has primarily been deployed on the left flank at the professional level, a role that allows him to cut inside and operate in more central areas, where he functions more as a creator than a finisher. While progressing through the youth ranks, he primarily played as a central midfielder. Described as an "inspired dribbler and committed player," he has received praise for his creativity, energy, and tactical intelligence.

Personal life

Picard states Lionel Messi as his idol.