Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani
Algerian footballer
Algeria
Midfielder
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani: profile
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani (born 10 July 1967 in Oran, Algeria) is a retired Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
El-Ouazzani made the step into senior football with Mouloudia Club of Oran in 1983. He played for 3 clubs in 3 countries between 1983 and 2002. His most appearances came at Aydınspor 1923 (1990–1992), where he made 37 appearances and scored 2 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 37 appearances and 2 goals.
At international level, El-Ouazzani represented Algeria (1984–1996), earning 58 caps and scoring 1 goal. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Ivory Coast on 5 March 1990 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Oran has produced 131 footballers in our database, including Baghdad Bounedjah, Abdellah Liegeon and Youcef Belaïli.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1984 (aged about 17)
- First international goal
- 1990 – aged 22 (match)
- Club career
- 1983–2002 (20 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Algeria, Turkey and Morocco
- Club goals per game
- 0.05 (2 in 37)
- Latest move
- Mouloudia Club of Oran (1995)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mark González, Jamba and Sherif Ekramy (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983–1990 | Mouloudia Club of Oran |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1990–1992 |  Aydınspor 1923 |
TFF Third League | 37 | 2 |
| 1992–1993 | Mouloudia Club of Oran |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1993–1995 |  Raja Club Athletic |
Botola Pro 1 | – | – |
| 1995–2002 | Mouloudia Club of Oran |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| Total | 37 | 2 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1996 | Algeria |
Senior | 58 | 1 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 Mar 1990 | Algeria 3–0 Ivory Coast | 81 | 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 Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani?
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani was born on 10 July 1967, which makes him 59 years old.
Where was Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani born?
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani was born in Oran, Algeria.
Which national team does Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani play for?
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani played international football for Algeria. He has 58 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani played for?
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani's recorded clubs are Mouloudia Club of Oran, Aydınspor 1923 and Raja Club Athletic.
What position does Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani play?
Tahar Chérif El-Ouazzani played as a midfielder.
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