Louis Dugauguez played amateur football for Bully [fr], Béthune [fr], Lens, Toulouse, Carvin and Sedan, where he began his coaching career as a player-coach of the side.
He managed Sedan and led the team to success in Coupe de France twice, in 1956 and 1961.
In 1967, he became France national team manager, but his stint was short and unsuccessful.
[2] CS Sedan Ardennes's stadium is named after him.
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