Youcef Belaïli
Youcef Belaïli
Youcef Belaïli is an Algerian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Qatari club Qatar SC and the Algeria national team. He is known for his dribbling skills, pace, and ability to create chances for teammates.
Early Life and Career:
Belaïli was born on March 14, 1992, in Oran, Algeria. He began his professional career with MC Oran in 2010, making 35 appearances and scoring 8 goals for the club. In 2012, he moved to Tunisia to join Espérance Sportive de Tunis, where he won the Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 and the CAF Champions League in 2013.
European Clubs:
In 2014, Belaïli made the move to Europe, joining French club Angers SCO. He spent two seasons with Angers, making 60 appearances and scoring 10 goals. In 2016, he joined Belgian club Standard Liège, where he won the Belgian Cup in 2018.
Return to Africa and Asia:
After leaving Standard Liège, Belaïli returned to Africa, joining Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca in 2018. He won the Botola Pro 1 and the CAF Champions League with Wydad in 2019. In 2020, he moved to Qatar to join Qatar SC, where he has continued to impress with his performances.
International Career:
Belaïli made his debut for the Algeria national team in 2015. He was part of the Algerian squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019, playing a key role in the team's success. He has represented Algeria at the FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations on multiple occasions.
Style of Play:
Belaïli is a versatile winger who can play on either flank. He is known for his dribbling skills, pace, and ability to create chances for teammates. He is also a good goalscorer, with a powerful shot and an eye for goal.
Achievements:
- Africa Cup of Nations winner: 2019
- CAF Champions League winner: 2013, 2019
- Belgian Cup winner: 2018
- Botola Pro 1 winner: 2019
- Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 winner: 2013
- Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 winner: 2010, 2011, 2012
- Algerian Cup winner: 2012
