Hocine Yahi
Algerian footballer
Algeria
Midfielder
Hocine Yahi: profile
Hocine Yahi (born 25 April 1960 in El Madania, Algeria) is a retired Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Yahi started out at CR Belouizdad in 1971. He played for 2 clubs in 2 countries between 1971 and 1991.
At international level, Yahi represented Algeria (1979–1989), earning 56 caps and scoring 8 goals. Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Egypt on 17 March 1984 (Africa Cup of Nations). He also played for Algeria at under-20 level.
El Madania has produced 3 footballers in our database, including Hocine Benmiloudi and Abderrazak Djahnit.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1979 (aged about 19)
- First international goal
- 1984 – aged 23 (match)
- Club career
- 1971–1991 (21 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Algeria and United Kingdom
- Height
- 180 cm — taller than 50% of Algerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Linfield F.C. (1990)
- Shares a birthday with
- Raïs M'Bolhi, Gaëtan Bong and Cheick Diabaté (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971–1978 | CR Belouizdad |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1978–1990 | CR Belouizdad |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1990–1991 |  Linfield F.C. |
NIFL Premiership | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978–1979 | Algeria U20 |
Under-20 | 12 | 4 |
| 1979–1989 | Algeria |
Senior | 56 | 8 |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 Mar 1984 | Algeria 3–1 Egypt | 90 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 18 Oct 1985 | Algeria 3–0 Tunisia | 78 | 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 Hocine Yahi?
Hocine Yahi was born on 25 April 1960, which makes him 66 years old.
Where was Hocine Yahi born?
Hocine Yahi was born in El Madania, Algeria.
Which national team does Hocine Yahi play for?
Hocine Yahi played international football for Algeria. He has 56 caps and 8 goals on record.
Which clubs has Hocine Yahi played for?
Hocine Yahi's recorded clubs are CR Belouizdad and Linfield F.C..
How tall is Hocine Yahi?
Hocine Yahi is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.
What position does Hocine Yahi play?
Hocine Yahi played as a midfielder.
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