Tedj Bensaoula
Algerian association football player
Algeria
Forward
Tedj Bensaoula: profile
Tedj Bensaoula (born 1 December 1954 in Hammam Bouhadjar, Algeria) is a former Algerian footballer who played as a forward.
Bensaoula's senior club career began in 1977 at Mouloudia Club of Oran. He played for 3 clubs in 2 countries between 1977 and 1987. His most appearances came at Le Havre AC (1983–1986), where he made 71 appearances and scored 10 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 85 appearances and 12 goals.
At international level, Bensaoula represented Algeria (1979–1986), earning 51 caps and scoring 20 goals. Our match database lists 9 of his international goals; the first came against Guinea on 16 March 1980 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1979 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 1980 – aged 25 (match)
- Club career
- 1977–1987 (11 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Algeria and France
- Club goals per game
- 0.14 (12 in 85)
- Height
- 182 cm — taller than 63% of Algerian internationals on record
- Shares a birthday with
- Ismaël Bennacer, Papy Djilobodji and Joseph-Désiré Job (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977–1983 | Mouloudia Club of Oran |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – |
| 1983–1986 |  Le Havre AC |
Ligue 1 | 71 | 10 |
| 1986–1987 | USL Dunkerque |
Ligue 2 | 14 | 2 |
| Total | 85 | 12 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979–1986 | Algeria |
Senior | 51 | 20 |
International goals (9)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 Mar 1980 | Algeria 3–2 Guinea | 12 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 2 | 16 Mar 1980 | Algeria 3–2 Guinea | 49 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 31 May 1980 | Sierra Leone 2–2 Algeria | 72 | World Cup Qualification |
| 4 | 13 Jun 1980 | Algeria 3–1 Sierra Leone | 47 | World Cup Qualification |
| 5 | 12 Dec 1980 | Algeria 2–0 Sudan | 9 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 24 Jun 1982 | Algeria 3–2 Chile | 35 | FIFA World Cup |
| 7 | 8 Mar 1984 | Algeria 2–0 Ghana | 85 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 8 | 13 Jul 1985 | Algeria 2–0 Zambia | 15 | World Cup Qualification |
| 9 | 28 Jul 1985 | Zambia 0–1 Algeria | 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 Tedj Bensaoula?
Tedj Bensaoula was born on 1 December 1954, which makes him 71 years old.
Where was Tedj Bensaoula born?
Tedj Bensaoula was born in Hammam Bouhadjar, Algeria.
Which national team does Tedj Bensaoula play for?
Tedj Bensaoula played international football for Algeria. He has 51 caps and 20 goals on record.
Which clubs has Tedj Bensaoula played for?
Tedj Bensaoula's recorded clubs are Mouloudia Club of Oran, Le Havre AC and USL Dunkerque.
How tall is Tedj Bensaoula?
Tedj Bensaoula is 182 cm (5 ft 12 in) tall.
What position does Tedj Bensaoula play?
Tedj Bensaoula played as a forward.
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