World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Argentina | 82 | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Jordan | 45 | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Austria | 90 | 7.3 | 0 | 0 |
Nabil Bentaleb arrived at Tottenham as a teenager and quickly established himself as a composed, deep-lying midfielder capable of dictating tempo — qualities that earned him a long stint at Schalke despite the club's turbulent years in the Bundesliga. Loan spells and a difficult period with injuries interrupted his momentum, but a return to Lille, where French football suits his measured style, has given him a late-career platform. Now 31, he offers Algeria experience and positional discipline in midfield, though he is no longer the dynamic force of his Spurs debut seasons.
Lille, France · 1994-11-24
Career
Lille2023 – present
Angers2021 – 2022
FC Schalke 042016 – 2020
Newcastle2019
Tottenham2013 – 2015Frequently asked questions
How old is Nabil Bentaleb?
Nabil Bentaleb is 31 years old (born 1994-11-24).
What club does Nabil Bentaleb play for?
Nabil Bentaleb plays for Lille and represents Algeria.
What position does Nabil Bentaleb play?
Nabil Bentaleb plays as a Midfielder, wearing #19.
How has Nabil Bentaleb performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Nabil Bentaleb has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.93 at the 2026 World Cup.