Algerian · Levallois-Perret, France · Born 26 December 1989Technically gifted Algerian winger who made his name in the Premier League and Spanish football while representing the Desert Foxes with distinction.
Sofiane Feghouli was born in Levallois-Perret, France on 26 December 1989 to Algerian parents. A quick, skillful left-footed winger with excellent dribbling and an eye for goal, Feghouli emerged at Grenoble and then Valencia, where he became a key player for several seasons in La Liga. He joined Galatasaray in Turkey in 2015, winning two league titles. West Ham signed him in 2017 but his time in East London was difficult, with a controversial red card in his debut. Further moves took him to Galatasaray again, Istanbul Basaksehir and Al Qadsiah. For Algeria he has earned over 60 caps and was part of the squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019 — Algeria's second continental title. His skill and pace made him a consistent performer across multiple leagues.
Key player in Algeria's 2019 Africa Cup of Nations triumph
He was part of the Algeria squad that won the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, ending a 29-year wait for the title since their 1990 triumph.
Did You Know?How They Played
Versatile attacking midfielder and winger with pace and technical ability
Lasting Impact
Feghouli established himself as one of Algeria's most reliable attacking players during a successful period for the national team in the 2010s.
Career Honours
- AFCON 2019
- Süper Lig 2016, 2018 (Galatasaray)
- Africa Cup of Nations 2019
- Süper Lig 2018
- Süper Lig 2019
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenoble | 2005–2007 | 32 | 15 | #10 |
| Valencia | 2010–2016 | 115 | 34 | #10 |
| Galatasaray | 2017–2021 | 80 | 20 | #10 |
| Olympique Lyonnais | 2007–2009 | 4 | 0 | — |
| West Ham United | 2016–2017 | 26 | 4 | #10 |
| Fatih Karagümrük | 2021–2023 | 52 | 7 | — |
 Algeria | — | 74 | 4 | — |
Algerian Athletes