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My Take
Islam Slimani embodies a kind of national pride that I find deeply moving. Born in Algiers in 1988, this towering striker became Algeria's all-time leading scorer, and he did it the hard way, rising through homeland clubs before crossing to Europe with Sporting CP in 2013. He never walked an elite, paved road; he clawed his way up as a pure goalscorer. I am a sucker for players who speak through their numbers and carry their country's history on their backs. The weight of being Africa's enduring frontman commands my genuine respect.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Islam Slimani
- Name (Japanese)
- イスラム・スリマニ
- Reading
- いすらむ・すりまに
- Born
- June 18, 1988 (age 38)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Dragon
- Origin
- Algiers, Algiers Province, Algeria
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- 188 cm
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- association football player
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Private
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Islam Slimani born?
Born June 18, 1988 (age 38).
Where is Islam Slimani from?
Islam Slimani is from Algiers, Algiers Province, Algeria.
What does Islam Slimani do?
Islam Slimani works as association football player.
How tall is Islam Slimani?
Islam Slimani is 188 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.