Player Overview
Mohamed Youcef Belaïli is an Algerian left winger renowned for left-foot set-piece delivery, creative final-third involvement and impact for club and country. Belaïli has notable spells at Espérance de Tunis, USM Alger and several international clubs, and is an established Algeria international with major-tournament experience.
Career Timeline
| Years | Club / Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2007–2010 | RCG Oran; MC Oran (youth) | Youth development in Oran |
| 2010 | CA Bordj Bou Arréridj | Senior debut |
| 2010–2012 | MC Oran | Breakthrough; productive scoring |
| 2012–2014 | Espérance de Tunis | First Tunisian spell; titles |
| 2014–2015 | USM Alger | Domestic impact |
| 2019–2020 | Al Ahli (KSA) | Middle East stint |
| 2020–2021 | Qatar SC | Prolific scoring season |
| 2022–2023 | Brest; Ajaccio | Ligue 1 appearances |
| 2023–2024 | MC Alger | Return to Algeria; high output |
| 2024–Present | Espérance de Tunis | Current spell; squad leader |
Key Matches & Milestones
| Date | Match / Event | Tactical Objective | Extraction Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Algeria vs various (AFCON/qualifiers) | International contributions | Set-piece assists; late runs |
| 2021 | FIFA Arab Cup / Algeria | Tournament winner involvement | Transition assists; pressing triggers |
| 2024 | MC Alger key fixtures | High goal involvement season | Shot locations; free-kick execution |
| 2024–Present | Espérance league fixtures | Leadership in attack | Chance creation; set-piece sequences |
Strengths and Weaknesses
- Strengths: Elite left-foot delivery; creative vision; set-piece execution; clutch contributions for club and country.
- Weaknesses: Injury history intermittently affected continuity; physical duel limitations vs very physical defenders.
Global Impact Analysis
Belaïli’s influence is especially high across North African and Middle Eastern competitions; his international trophy experience (Africa Cup of Nations 2019, FIFA Arab Cup 2021) and set-piece proficiency provide immediate tactical leverage for clubs seeking creative wide play and dead-ball specialists.
Advanced Metrics (ERA‑Adjusted)
Creative & Output
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Key Passes / Chance Creation | 8.6 |
| Set-piece Efficiency | 8.8 |
| Non‑Penalty Output Proxy | 8.0 |
Tactical & Physical
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Spatial Awareness / Movement | 8.2 |
| Pressing Contribution | 7.2 |
| Durability | 7.0 |
ERA adjustments calibrate performance across Algerian, Tunisian and Gulf leagues; verify event feeds for match-level accuracy before publishing.
Tactical Philosophies & DNA
Belaïli maps to philosophies that prioritise creative wide players with set-piece responsibility—Pellegrini elegance for positional finishing, Menotti artistry for expressive wing play, and Pellegrini/Guardiola elements for positional support in build-up.
| Philosophy | Fit (0–10, ERA‑adjusted) | Scout Signature |
|---|---|---|
| Pellegrini Elegance | 8.2 | Positional passing and timing |
| Menotti Artistry | 8.0 | Creative wing freedom |
| Guardiola Positional | 7.6 | Supportive passing lanes |
| Argentine Creative DNA | 7.8 | Vision and derby temperament |
| DeVisser Global | 7.0 | Scouting-minded adaptability |
Psychological Profile & Personality Analysis
Experienced international with winning tournament pedigree; Belaïli displays composure in decisive moments, leadership in attack and adaptability across leagues. Manage medical continuity to maximise availability.
Core Psychological Traits
- Composure: Reliable in finishing and set-pieces.
- Leadership: International experience and tournament-winning mentality.
- Adaptability: Successful across North African and Gulf competitions.
Complete Career Statistics & FGA Rating Breakdown
| Category | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Club career (selected totals) | 200+ apps, 60+ goals | Aggregate across domestic and international clubs (verify with Transfermarkt) |
| International | ~57 caps, 10 goals | Algeria senior team contributions (verify current tally) |
| Major honours | AFCON 2019; FIFA Arab Cup 2021 | International tournament winner |
| Current season (sample) | Appearances & goal involvement pending feed | Update with federation logs |
| Peak FGA | 87.0 | ERA‑adjusted composite |
Key Relationships & Interpersonal Dynamics
Scouting and recruitment should prioritise Espérance technical staff, Algerian FA contacts, and previous European club sport directors for medical and performance logs.
| Type | Entities | Scouting Use |
|---|---|---|
| Club contacts | Espérance de Tunis sporting directors | Match footage and minutes verification |
| National team | Algerian FA | International caps and tournament logs |
| Agent | Agent networks (Transfermarkt listings) | Transfer and contract channels |
Last 5 Matches (sample snapshot)
| Date | Match | Competition | Minutes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/10/2025 | Espérance de Tunis 1–0 Étoile Sportive du Sahel | Tunisian Ligue 1 | 90 | Key pass; involvement in winner |
| 01/10/2025 | Avenir de La Marsa 0–3 Espérance de Tunis | Tunisian Ligue 1 | 85 | Set-piece delivery; assist |
| 24/09/2025 | Espérance de Tunis 2–0 Olympique Béja | Tunisian Ligue 1 | 78 | Chance creation; shot on target |
| 16/09/2025 | Espérance de Tunis 3–1 Étoile Métlaoui | Tunisian Ligue 1 | 90 | Free-kick threat; key involvement |
| 13/09/2025 | Stade Tunisien 0–2 Espérance de Tunis | Tunisian Ligue 1 | 60 | Rotation; substitute appearance |
Replace placeholders with federation match IDs and event rows when available from league feeds and Transfermarkt/FootyStats.
Video Highlights — Extraction Guide
- Priority sources: Espérance match broadcasts; Algerian national team archives; Transfermarkt highlight clips.
- Extraction checklist: Match ID; mm:ss; event type; start/end frames; pre‑pass chains; ERA tag; triple‑source confirmation.
Player Comparison & Visuals
Comparators chosen for left-foot creativity, set-piece influence and wide final-third output.
Psychological Application Notes
- Transfer risk modifier: RiskAdj = BaseRisk × (1 − 0.03 × Adaptability) × (1 − 0.02 × Composure).
- Minutes retention: MinutesBoost = OpportunityScore × (0.07 × RoleFit).
Sources & Verification Notes
Core facts (birthdate, clubs, honours) align with public records (Wikipedia, Transfermarkt, FootyStats). All match-level claims, caps and minutes must be triple-verified with federation logs, club records and video frames before publication.