Ishak Belfodil
Algerian footballer with European career
Born
January 12th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Algeria
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Born in 1992, a forward began a professional football career in France. Played for clubs including Lyon and Bologna, showcasing skills across several European leagues. Contributed significantly to the Algerian national team, participating in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Known for a strong physical presence and scoring ability, played crucial roles in various league matches and international fixtures.
Represented Algeria in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Played for Lyon in Ligue 1
Scored in key matches for Bologna
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