Lakhdar Belloumi
Algerian footballer (born 1958)
Lakhdar Belloumi: profile
Lakhdar Belloumi (born 29 December 1958 in Mascara, Algeria) is a former Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Belloumi's senior club career began in 1976 at SKAF Khemis Miliana. He played for 9 clubs in 2 countries between 1976 and 1999. His most appearances came at Ghali Chabab Mascara (1981–1987), where he made 60 appearances and scored 27 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 402 appearances and 199 goals.
At international level, Belloumi represented Algeria (1978–1989), earning 101 caps and scoring 27 goals. Our match database lists 12 of his international goals; the first came against Morocco on 13 March 1980 (Africa Cup of Nations). He also played for Algeria at under-17 and under-20 level.
Mascara has produced 13 footballers in our database, including Mahi Khennane, Bachir Belloumi and Abdelkader Besseghir.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1978 (aged about 20)
- First international goal
- 1980 – aged 21 (match)
- Club career
- 1976–1999 (24 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Algeria and Qatar
- Club goals per game
- 0.50 (199 in 402)
- Height
- 178 cm — taller than 38% of Algerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Ghali Chabab Mascara (1998)
- Shares a birthday with
- Victor Osimhen, Steven Caulker and Ethan Mbappé (more)
Club career
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974–1977 | Under-17 | – | – | |
| 1977–1978 | Under-20 | 4 | 2 | |
| 1978–1989 | Senior | 101 | 27 |
International goals (12)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 Mar 1980 | Algeria 1–0 Morocco | 90 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 16 Mar 1980 | Algeria 3–2 Guinea | 37 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 31 May 1980 | Sierra Leone 2–2 Algeria | 85 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 1 May 1981 | Algeria 4–0 Niger | 46 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 1 May 1981 | Algeria 4–0 Niger | 77 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 10 Oct 1981 | Nigeria 0–2 Algeria | 34 | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 30 Oct 1981 | Algeria 2–1 Nigeria | 9 | World Cup Qualification |
| 8 | 16 Jun 1982 | Germany 1–2 Algeria | 68 | FIFA World Cup |
| 9 | 5 Mar 1984 | Algeria 3–0 Malawi | 36 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 10 | 17 Mar 1984 | Algeria 3–1 Egypt | 71 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 11 | 13 Mar 1988 | Algeria 1–1 Ivory Coast | 16 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 12 | 26 Mar 1988 | Morocco 1–1 Algeria | 87 | 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 Lakhdar Belloumi?
Lakhdar Belloumi was born on 29 December 1958, which makes him 67 years old.
Where was Lakhdar Belloumi born?
Lakhdar Belloumi was born in Mascara, Algeria.
Which national team does Lakhdar Belloumi play for?
Lakhdar Belloumi played international football for Algeria. He has 101 caps and 27 goals on record.
Which clubs has Lakhdar Belloumi played for?
Lakhdar Belloumi's recorded clubs are SKAF Khemis Miliana, Ghali Chabab Mascara, Mouloudia Club of Oran, International Military Sports Council, MC Algiers, Al-Arabi SC, Algeria national futsal team, USM Bel-Abbès and ASM Oran.
How tall is Lakhdar Belloumi?
Lakhdar Belloumi is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Lakhdar Belloumi play?
Lakhdar Belloumi played as a midfielder.