Algerian defender Samir Chergui earns spot in L’Équipe’s Team of the Week after outstanding display

Samir Chergui has been named in L’Équipe’s Team of the Week following his commanding performance for Paris FC against AS Monaco, further underlining his impressive form this season.

The Algerian defender has quietly become one of the standout performers in France’s top division, and his latest accolade from the country’s leading sports daily reflects his growing influence.

Against Monaco, in a tense match that demanded precision and discipline, Chergui delivered both.

Calm under pressure, sharp in his passing, and uncompromising in duels, he played with a maturity that defined Paris FC’s 1-0 victory.

Chergui’s versatility has been one of his strongest assets this season.

Frequently alternating between centre-back and right-back, he has adapted seamlessly to each role without compromising performance.

On Saturday, deployed as a right-back, he was instrumental in shutting down Monaco’s attacks, providing defensive stability and composure throughout the match.

His inclusion in L’Équipe’s elite XI is no small achievement.

For a player in his debut season at the top level, the recognition serves as validation of his consistency and hard work.

It also marks another milestone in what has been a breakthrough campaign for the 26-year-old, who is steadily emerging as a reliable defensive presence both for club and country.

The Arpajon-born defender’s progress has not gone unnoticed by Algerian supporters.

Known for his humility and determined work ethic, Chergui earned his first national team call-up during the most recent international camp.

His arrival was seen as a timely reinforcement for Algeria’s backline, often cited as one of the team’s areas in need of depth and renewal.

Chergui’s ability to adapt, coupled with his physical strength and tactical intelligence, has made him an increasingly valuable asset.

At Paris FC, his steady rise has been a reflection of the club’s broader ambition to establish itself as a competitive force in Ligue 1.

At 26, with his confidence growing and his performances gaining recognition, Samir Chergui appears poised for a defining phase in his career.

His inclusion in L’Équipe’s Team of the Week is not merely a reward for one fine display—it is a sign that the Algerian defender is ready to cement his place among the most reliable performers in French football.