Djamel Belmadi

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Belmadi's coaching career is highlighted by his historic 2019 Africa Cup of Nations triumph with Algeria. That victory ended a 29-year wait for the continental title and made him a national hero. He also led Algeria on a 35-match unbeaten run, a record for the national team. In Qatar, he won multiple league titles with Lekhwiya and Al-Duhail, establishing himself as one of the most successful coaches in the region. His ability to adapt to different football cultures and his knack for building winning teams set him apart.

AwardsBelmadi's most notable award is the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations title, which he won as head coach of Algeria. He also won multiple domestic titles in Qatar, including the Qatar Stars League and the Qatar Cup with Lekhwiya and Al-Duhail. These achievements have cemented his legacy as a top coach in African and Asian football.

Honours & Distinctions

Algerian National Order of Merit

Government of Algeria·2019

Awarded for leading Algeria to the Africa Cup of Nations title.

Records & Feats

Longest unbeaten run for Algeria

Team Record·2021

Led Algeria to a 35-match unbeaten streak from 2018 to 2021.

First coach to win AFCON with Algeria in 29 years

Historic First·2019

Ended Algeria's 29-year wait for the Africa Cup of Nations title in 2019.