Mohamed Amoura’s name echo, resonating with the newfound adoration of Royale Union Saint-Gilloise supporters. Over the past few weeks, the 23-year-old striker, formerly of ES Sétif, has rapidly ascended to become the darling of the Brussels club, currently leading the Belgian championship with a remarkable 11 goals in the Jupiler League this season.
Celebrating another stellar performance on Sunday, December 10, where Amoura netted a double against Charleroi, Union Saint-Gilloise now sits atop the league standings, outpacing renowned teams such as Cercle Bruges and Anderlecht.
Affectionately dubbed “Speedy Amoura” by Union Saint-Gilloise supporters for his exceptional speed and technical prowess, Amoura’s journey from his roots in Taher, within the waliya of Jigel, to the summit of Belgian football is garnering attention and sparking discussions about his potential to redefine Algerian football.
Beginning his footballing journey at Oudjana club, Amoura was later discovered by ES Sétif, marking his professional debut in the Algerian championship.
His breakthrough came during the 2020-2021 season, where he notched an impressive 13 goals in 25 matches. Catching the eye of European scouts, FC Lugano secured his talents for a transfer fee of 1.2 million euros.
Amoura continued his success, securing the Swiss Cup in 2022 and accumulating 17 goals over two seasons.
Union Saint-Gilloise recognized his potential and made a substantial investment of 4 million euros to bring him into their ranks. Standing at a diminutive 1.70 meters, Amoura’s low center of gravity complements his skill set.
German coach Alexander Blessin has capitalized on Amoura’s speed, dribbling finesse, and technical prowess, integrating him seamlessly into the team’s dynamic style of play that prioritizes ball possession and ground-based tactics.
Amidst his stellar performances, Amoura has not eluded the watchful eye of Algerian national team coach Djamel Belmadi. With 19 national team selections and 5 goals to his name, the diminutive striker could emerge as the revelation of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2023 in Ivory Coast.
As Amoura continues to dazzle on the field, his journey from Taher to Brussels serves as an inspiring testament to talent, determination, and the enduring spirit of Algerian football.
