Himad Abdelli is gradually establishing himself as one of the cornerstones of Marseille. His commitment, regained confidence, and recent performance are impressing even the club's veterans, who acknowledge his new role.
Himad Abdelli is raising his game with Olympique de Marseille. Now integrated into the starting eleven, the Algerian international stands out for his impact in midfield. This evolution has been praised by Bernard Pardo, a former OM player, who considers him an indispensable element for the balance of the Marseille team.
“Abdelli? He is taking on a leadership role that we didn't have! Last year was very complicated for him; he is aware that his season was not up to par. Today, he is taking more risks, he has confidence in himself, presses high, and moves the whole block forward,” commented the former Marseille midfielder.
The statistics reflect this rise in form. Abdelli has scored 3 goals in his last three appearances in Ligue 1, against Troyes, Angers, and Le Havre. Since the start of the season, he has 8 matches and 3 goals in the league. In the Europa League, he has also recorded one assist in three matches, totaling 3 goals and one assist with OM across all competitions.
His form comes at a crucial time for the national team. Called up for the last Algeria gathering, Abdelli participated in two matches of the CAN 2027 qualifiers. If he maintains this level with Marseille, it is highly likely that he will still be part of Brahim Hemdani's plans for the next training camp.
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