Sudakov was Benfica’s plan B, top pick hits milestone pre-World Cup | OneFootball

10 goals and four assists in 10 games earned Mohamed Amoura the distinction of top scorer in the African qualifying phase for the 2026 World Cup. Representing Algeria, the former Benfica target has reason to celebrate.

In this latest FIFA break, the Wolfsburg player scored braces against Somalia and Uganda. The victories secured Algeria’s qualification for the World Cup, and Amoura’s four goals meant that the winger linked with Benfica surpassed names like Mohamed Salah, Bouanga, Doumbia, Ayew, and Aubameyang.

It’s worth recalling that the forward even had a trip ‘booked’ to Lisbon, but ended up not strengthening Benfica. The Algerian’s transfer fee was ultimately directed toward the signing of Georgiy Sudakov from Shakhtar Donetsk.

In 2024/25, wearing the Wolfsburg shirt, Mohamed Amoura — currently valued at 32 million euros — played a total of 34 matches. In all, over the 2,729 minutes he was on the pitch, the 25-year-old Algeria international scored 10 goals and provided nine assists, which attracted Benfica’s attention.

Already this season, the forward desired at Luz remains in hot form. Between club and national team, Mohamed Amoura has played 10 games, with 716 minutes of action. The forward has scored seven goals and added two assists for his teammates.

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