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Morocco World
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Youcef Belaïli Released After In-Flight Dispute
Algerian international Youcef Belaïli was briefly detained by French police on Wednesday following an incident aboard an Air France flight returning from New York. The 33-year-old winger was taken into custody at Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport after reportedly refusing to fasten his young son's seatbelt during the flight. The disagreement escalated, prompting staff to call for police intervention upon landing. Belaïli was questioned at a nearby police station and released in the afternoon. French authorities deemed the case a minor infraction and did not proceed with formal charges. Following his release, Belaïli posted a photo of the flight crew on Instagram, writing: 'Algerian and proud, you bastards.' His father, Hafid Belaïli, defended him in an interview with the Algerian media outlet Ennahar, saying that his son was humiliated by the French police. Videos circulating on social media show the player being handcuffed and escorted to the police station. The Algerian winger, who previously played for Angers, Brest, and Ajaccio in Ligue 1, recently featured for Espérance Sportive de Tunis in the Club World Cup in the United States. EST were eliminated after defeats to Flamengo and Chelsea, with Belaïli scoring the team's only goal of the tournament.
See - Sada Elbalad
02-07-2025
- Sport
- See - Sada Elbalad
Algerian Star Youcef Belaïli Arrested at Paris Airport
H-Tayea Algerian international Youcef Belaïli, currently playing for Espérance Sportive de Tunis, was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport following a seatbelt refusal incident on a flight from New York to Paris. Social media videos captured the moment airport police took him into custody after an altercation during disembarkation According to reports, the incident escalated after the 33-year-old winger refused to seatbelt when instructed by cabin crew. The disagreement turned physical, leading to his arrest upon landing Belaïli, a key figure in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations and a standout performer for Tunisia's Al-Nassr and Espérance, was instrumental in Al-Nassr's victory over LAFC in the Club World Cup group stage. He scored the decisive goal in the 70th minute and reportedly inspired confidence and discipline on the pitch. However, Al-Nassr exited the tournament at the group stage after a goalless draw against Inter Miami . The French authorities have yet to publicize any formal charges. However, airport staff videos show Belaïli being visibly upset in the jet bridge, handcuffed, and led away by police This incident marks another off-field controversy in Belaïli's career, which has been a mix of remarkable football exploits and disciplinary challenges. As legal proceedings begin, his future — including potential club opportunities — may be affected. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence"
Morocco World
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Algeria's Youcef Belaïli Arrested in Paris After Mid-Flight Incident
Algerian international Youcef Belaïli has once again found himself at the centre of controversy – this time mid-air. The 33-year-old forward was arrested on Wednesday, July 2, upon landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport following an altercation with an Air France crew on a flight from New York. He was reportedly en route to Algeria via Paris after participating in the FIFA Club World Cup with Tunisian side Espérance Sportive de Tunis. Le père de Youcef Belaïli déclare au journal El Heddaf après l'arrestation de son fils à l'aéroport CDG de Paris : « Youcef Belaïli a été maltraité à l'aéroport alors qu'il n'a commis aucun délit. Il a simplement voulu attacher la ceinture de sécurité de son fils de deux ans ».… — Moncef Ait-Kaci (@Moncefaitkaci) July 2, 2025 Footage circulating online shows French police escorting the visibly agitated player in handcuffs through the terminal. The incident, though still under investigation, has already stirred reactions across social media and Algerian media outlets. According to his father, speaking to Algerian sports daily El Heddaf , Belaïli 'committed no offence,' claiming the scuffle stemmed from a misunderstanding involving his two-year-old son's seatbelt. 'He was mistreated at the airport. It's a disgrace to treat an international player like this over a seatbelt,' he said. Belaïli, who has had stints in Ligue 1 with Angers, Brest, and Ajaccio, currently plays for Espérance de Tunis. He featured in the Club World Cup last month, where his club exited in the group stage following a final 3–0 loss to Chelsea in Philadelphia. Tags: air FranceAlgerianParis Charles de GaulleYoucef Belaïli
TimesLIVE
21-06-2025
- Sport
- TimesLIVE
Mokwana's ES Tunis claim 1-0 win, eliminating LAFC from Club World Cup
Youcef Belaïli scored in the 70th minute, goalkeeper Ben Said saved a penalty deep in second-half stoppage time and Esperance Sportive de Tunis defeated Los Angeles FC 1-0 to keep their Club World Cup hopes alive in a dramatic contest Friday in Nashville, Tenn. The victory takes ES Tunis level with Chelsea in Group D, after the English side lost 3-1 to Brazil's Flamengo earlier on Friday. Referee Espen Eskas awarded a very late spot kick following a video review, ruling Khalil Guenichi had felled Marlon in the area. But Denis Bouanga drove his ensuing penalty kick into the dive of Ben Said, the final salvo in a result that eliminated LAFC from tournament contention. The winner of ES Tunis' meeting with Chelsea on Tuesday in Philadelphia will move on to the knockout phase, with Chelsea advancing on a draw based on superior goal differential. The Tunisians also had an earlier penalty decision go against them 20 minutes before Belailis opener, when the Algerian attacker believed he had earned a spot kick after driving past Bouanga on the dribble.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
⭐️ A wild finish: MVP shines in LAFC-ES Tunis clash
With a lack of a win in the Club World Cup, Los Angeles FC are mathematically eliminated from the tournament. Espérance Sportive de Tunis achieved an agonizing victory over the Angelinos and will play for their pass to the next round against Chelsea. Register on DAZN to watch ALL Club World Cup FIFA matches for FREE Advertisement The match had two great figures. The first was Youcef Belaïli, scorer of the goal in the 69th minute, who took advantage of a series of rebounds inside the rival area and was able to defeat the goalkeeper. In added time, LAFC had the opportunity to tie the match, but goalkeeper Bechir Ben Said became a hero, stopping Denis Bouanga's shot. It was a heart-stopping finish at Geodis Park. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 PAUL ELLIS - AFP or licensors
