Abdelkader Ghezzal: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Abdelkader Ghezzal: profile

Abdelkader Ghezzal (born 5 December 1984 in Décines-Charpieu, France) is a former Algerian footballer who played as a forward.

Ghezzal started out at AS Saint-Priest in 2004. He played for 12 clubs in 3 countries since 2004. His most appearances came at Siena FC (2008–2010), where he made 66 appearances and scored 11 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 277 appearances and 68 goals.

At international level, Ghezzal represented Algeria (2008–2012), earning 29 caps and scoring 4 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 7 June 2009 (World Cup Qualification).

Décines-Charpieu has produced 4 footballers in our database, including Rachid Ghezzal, Chaïm El Djebali and Kamel Ramdani.

Nationality explained: Why does Abdelkader Ghezzal play for Algeria?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2008 (aged about 24)
First international goal: 2009 – aged 24 (match)
Countries played in: 3: France, Italy and Spain
Club goals per game: 0.25 (68 in 277)
Height: 183 cm — taller than 66% of Algerian internationals on record
Latest move: Como 1907 (2015)
Shares a birthday with: Foued Kadir, Faouzi Chaouchi and Hassan Akesbi (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2004–2005	AS Saint-Priest	Championnat National 3	22	11
2005–2008	F.C. Crotone	Serie C	39	20
2006	A.S.D. Biellese 1902	Eccellenza	12	9
2006–2007	Pro Sesto 1913	Serie D	31	9
2008–2010	Siena FC	Serie D	66	11
2010–2013	SSC Bari	Serie B	37	4
2011–2012	AC Cesena	Serie B	13	0
2012	Levante UD	La Liga	16	2
2013–2014	Latina Calcio 1932	Serie D	25	2
2013–2015	Parma Calcio 1913	Serie A	16	0
2015–	Como 1907	Serie A	–	–
—	Olympique Lyonnais	Ligue 1	–	–
	Total		277	68

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2008–2012	Algeria	Senior	29	4

International goals (2)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	7 Jun 2009	Algeria 3–1 Egypt	64	World Cup Qualification
2	11 Oct 2009	Algeria 3–1 Rwanda	22	World Cup Qualification

*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Abdelkader Ghezzal?

Abdelkader Ghezzal was born on 5 December 1984, which makes him 41 years old.

Where was Abdelkader Ghezzal born?

Abdelkader Ghezzal was born in Décines-Charpieu, France.

Which national team does Abdelkader Ghezzal play for?

Abdelkader Ghezzal played international football for Algeria. He has 29 caps and 4 goals on record.

Which clubs has Abdelkader Ghezzal played for?

Abdelkader Ghezzal's recorded clubs are AS Saint-Priest, F.C. Crotone, A.S.D. Biellese 1902, Pro Sesto 1913, Siena FC, SSC Bari, AC Cesena, Levante UD, Latina Calcio 1932, Parma Calcio 1913, Como 1907 and Olympique Lyonnais.

How tall is Abdelkader Ghezzal?

Abdelkader Ghezzal is 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.

What position does Abdelkader Ghezzal play?

Abdelkader Ghezzal played as a forward.