Hocine Achiou
Association football player
Algeria
Midfielder
Hocine Achiou: profile
Hocine Achiou (born 27 April 1979 in Algiers, Algeria) is a retired Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Achiou made the step into senior football with USM Alger in 1996. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries since 1996. His most appearances came at USM Alger (1996–2006), where he made 95 appearances and scored 17 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 242 appearances and 30 goals.
At international level, Achiou represented Algeria (2003–2009), earning 26 caps and scoring 3 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 29 January 2004 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Algiers has produced 204 footballers in our database, including Islam Slimani, Rafik Halliche and Rabah Madjer.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2003 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 2004 – aged 24 (match)
- Countries played in
- 2: Algeria and Switzerland
- Club goals per game
- 0.12 (30 in 242)
- Height
- 167 cm — taller than 2% of Algerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Mouloudia Club of Oran (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Bakary Koné, Mostafa Ziko and Saîf-Eddine Khaoui (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2006 | USM Alger |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 95 | 17 |
| 2006–2007 |  FC Aarau |
Swiss Super League | 28 | 4 |
| 2007–2008 | USM Alger |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 23 | 3 |
| 2009 | JS Kabylie |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 18 | 3 |
| 2009–2011 | USM Alger |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 46 | 1 |
| 2011–2012 | ASO Chlef |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 22 | 0 |
| 2012–2013 | CS Constantine |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 2013 | Mouloudia Club of Oran |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 10 | 2 |
| 2013– | USM Bel-Abbès |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| Total | 242 | 30 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2009 | Algeria |
Senior | 26 | 3 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 Jan 2004 | Algeria 2–1 Egypt | 86 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 3 Feb 2004 | Algeria 1–2 Zimbabwe | 73 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*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 Hocine Achiou?
Hocine Achiou was born on 27 April 1979, which makes him 47 years old.
Where was Hocine Achiou born?
Hocine Achiou was born in Algiers, Algeria.
Which national team does Hocine Achiou play for?
Hocine Achiou played international football for Algeria. He has 26 caps and 3 goals on record.
Which clubs has Hocine Achiou played for?
Hocine Achiou's recorded clubs are USM Alger, FC Aarau, JS Kabylie, ASO Chlef, CS Constantine, Mouloudia Club of Oran and USM Bel-Abbès.
How tall is Hocine Achiou?
Hocine Achiou is 167 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.
What position does Hocine Achiou play?
Hocine Achiou played as a midfielder.
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