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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” is an epic card of the Memes FR pack, number 5197 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3511 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” meme mean?
The meme celebrates a superstitious ritual turned symbol of camaraderie and sporting success. It gets mentioned to talk about a personal lucky charm, a pre-match or pre-competition ritual, or simply to illustrate playful affection between teammates in sports. The image carries nostalgia tied to France’s 1998 World Cup victory, often resurfacing during replays or anniversaries of that tournament.
Where does the “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” meme come from?
During the 1998 FIFA World Cup, hosted in France, defender Laurent Blanc took to kissing goalkeeper Fabien Barthez’s shaved head right before every national team match, a ritual believed to bring the team luck. The gesture, repeated at every match of the tournament until the final victory over Brazil on 12 July 1998, was captured by television cameras and remained in collective memory as an emblematic image of that edition. Both players recounted the anecdote several times in later interviews, cementing its status as a cult ritual of French football.
- 1998Laurent Blanc kisses Fabien Barthez’s head before every France match until the final victory.
How to use the “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” meme
- People mention the gesture to talk about a lucky ritual before a match or an exam.
- The image resurfaces during commemorations of the 1998 victory.
- It illustrates a playful bond of affection between two teammates.
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The “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 5197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3511 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @kostas |
How to get the “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez comes out of the Memes FR pack as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez mean?
It refers to the ritual where Laurent Blanc kissed Fabien Barthez’s head before every France match in 1998.
Who are Laurent Blanc and Fabien Barthez?
Two players on France’s 1998 World Cup winning team, a defender and a goalkeeper respectively.
Why did Laurent Blanc kiss Barthez's head?
It was a lucky ritual repeated before every match of the tournament.
Did this gesture continue after 1998?
It remained mostly tied to that specific World Cup as an emblematic image of the era.
How do I get the Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez” is an epic card of the Memes FR pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Bisous de Blanc sur Barthez card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Fabien Barthez — Wikipédia · checked on October 30, 2026.
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