Mathieu Patouillet
Mathieu Frank Patouillet is a French professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal.
Early career
As a native of Lyon, Patouillet joined the youth academy of city giant Olympique Lyonnais in 2019.Patouillet took part in Lyon's 2021–22 Coupe Gambardella's successful campaign. In the final at the Stade de France, after a 1–1 draw in regular time, he saved the decisive penalty, helping where Lyon defeat Caen 5–4 in a penalty shootout.
Club career
On 10 May 2023, Patouillet signed his first professional contract with Lyon.On 1 September 2023, he joined Championnat National side Sochaux in a one-season loan deal. He made his debut against Villefranche in a 3–3 draw and saved a penalty from Maxime Blanc. On 20 January 2024, he stopped the decisive penalty against Reims to qualify Sochaux to the Round of 16 of the Coupe de France.
On 8 September 2025, Patouillet was transferred to Saudi Pro League team Al-Hilal for a reported fee of €342,000 and signed a two-year contract with the club.
International career
Patouillet represented France in several youth categories. He was part of the France U18 team that won the gold medal at the 2022 Mediterranean Games, featuring in two matches.In June 2024, he took part in the Maurice Revello Tournament with France under-20s.
Honours
Lyon Youth- Coupe Gambardella: 2021–22
- Mediterranean Games Gold medal: 2022