Chaâbane Merzekane
Chaâbane Merzekane | |
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| Born | March 8, 1959 Algeria |
| Occupation(s) | Footballer, coach |
| Years active | 1970s–1990s |
| Known for | Playing as a defender for the Algeria national team in the 1982 FIFA World Cup |
Chaâbane Merzekane (born 8 March 1959) is a retired Algerian footballer who operated primarily as a defender. He played an integral role in the Algeria national squad during the 1982 FIFA World Cup, participating in every minute of all three group stage matches.
Merzekane's football journey started with his local club, Onalait d'Hussein-Dey, where he played alongside Rabah Madjer. The majority of his professional playing years were spent at NA Hussein Dey, followed by a short tenure at MC Alger. Upon hanging up his boots, he briefly transitioned into coaching, leading teams such as MO Béjaïa and USM El Harrach.
Individual
- Selected for the Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament in 1982