Algerian duo Haris Belkebla and Himad Abdelli driving Angers midfield surge

Angers SCO continues to punch above its weight in Ligue 1 despite operating with one of the smallest budgets in the division.

The team’s stability owes a lot to the outstanding form of its midfield duo Haris Belkebla and Himad Abdelli, whose blend of experience, technique and physical intensity has become the heartbeat of the side.​

Captain Belkebla delivered another tireless display in the recent 1–0 away win over Nice, Angers’ third victory on the road in the space of a month, hoovering up loose balls and protecting the back line with remarkable energy. He remains central to both the club’s identity and its competitive edge in a demanding league.​

Alongside him, Abdelli is thriving in a similar role, standing out once again for his composure on the ball and intelligence in possession, finishing the match with 89% pass accuracy.

He also produced one of the game’s highlights by gliding past France international Jonathan Clauss with a sharp dribble, a moment that underlined his growing confidence and technical quality. With this latest 1–0 success, Angers sits 11th in the table heading into the high‑stakes Loire derby against Nantes