Islam Merili ( ar, إسلام مغيلي; born 27 June 1998) is an Algerian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for USM Alger in the

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Career

USM Alger

On February 8, 2022, Islam Merili signed a two-year and a half contract with USM Alger. Free from any commitment, he was coveted by several clubs, notably MC Alger, but Merili opted for L'USMA after an agreement with sports director Hocine Achiou. Usmist supporters have no idea about the new recruit and they expect to see him form a good duo with

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after playing together for several seasons with ASO Chlef. On November 9, 2022, Minutes after he came on as a substitute, Merili scored the winning goal against

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, as the first goal in the colors of USM Alger and qualified for the group stage of the

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. On June 3, 2023, Merili won the first title in his football career by winning the

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after defeating Young Africans of Tanzania. On August 16, 2023, Islam Merili renewed his contract for two seasons until 2026 along with nine other players. On 15 September 2023, Merili won the

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title after winning against Al Ahly, it is the second African title with USM Alger in three months.

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Club

Honours

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Merili, Islam 1998 births Living people Algerian men's footballers Men's association football midfielders USM Alger players ASO Chlef players People from El Attaf