Tragedy hits Nigeria and the rest of Africa as Algeria and USM Algiers midfielder Billel Ben Hamouda has passed away.
The 24-year-old died in a tragic car accident while he was on his way back home after featuring in a friendly game for the Desert Foxes against DR Congo. Hamouda even scored in their 3-0 victory in that game on Thursday.
He scored a goal from the spot on the 13th minute mark after the opener in the 10th minute by Rida Bensaya.
In a post on Twitter by Algerian Football Association, the death of the attacking midfielder was confirmed. The player was involved in a car accident on Thursday night while returning with a friend to his home in the city of Hajout, about 70 km from the “July 5” stadium in Algiers.
Hamouda is one of the most prominent players in the Federation and the National Championship during the past few years.
Ben Hamouda’s club USM Algiers wrote on Twitter: “The Capital Union administration extends sincere condolences to the Bin Hamouda family following his tragic death of their son Bilal. The administration asked Allah Almighty to bless the deceased with his mercy, place him in paradise and grant his family patience and solace.”
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