Experienced Algerian international, Nabil Bentaleb has made a return to action for Lille following his nine-month layoff.
The midfielder suffered a cardiac arrest in June 2024 and has had to spend months on the sidelines receiving treatment.
Last Wednesday, he returned to the Lille squad after he received clearance from the French Football Federation.
Having made it into Lille’s matchday squad for the game against Stade Rennais on Sunday, Nabil Bentaleb needed just four minutes to score.
He missed out on a starting role but made an instant impact after coming on in the second half.
In his dream comeback, Nabil Bentaleb received a rousing welcome from the Lille fans creating an emotional atmosphere.
Anything’s possible in football. ⚽️
This is more than just a sport. ❤️
Never give up. 💯Thank you, Nabil Bentaleb. 🇩🇿 pic.twitter.com/iKyCwPUmsn
— Ligue 1 English (@Ligue1_ENG) February 16, 2025
The Algerian is elated with his comeback and is determined to help Lille as much as he can in the remainder of the 2024/25 football season.
After the 2-0 win against Stade Rennais, Lille are 5th in the French Ligue 1 after 22 games in the ongoing 2024/25 season.
