Mohamed Saliou Bangoura

Mohamed Saliou Bangoura (born 10 June 2004) is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for MC Alger in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 and the Guinea national team.

Club career Mohamed Saliou Bangoura’s profile is attracting interest across the African continent. In addition to MC Alger, Club Africain of Tunis and Al Hilal of Sudan are monitoring the young striker. Regarded as a talent of his generation in Guinea, in the 2023–24 season Bangoura scored 20 goals and provided 14 assists in 27 matches across all competitions with Hafia FC. These stats resulted in a call-up to Guinea’s senior national team for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.

MC Alger quote=I’m very happy to sign with Mouloudia Club d’Alger it’s a dream come true. This great club has big ambitions, and I’m confident we’ll achieve much together, Inshallah. Mouloudia is well-structured and always competes at a high level. I carry this club in my heart and will give my all to help it succeed. I’m forever grateful to Hafia FC, my family, for everything they gave me. salign=right — — Mohamed Saliou Bangoura on signing with MC Alger.

In his first appearance for MC Alger in the Ligue 1, newcomer Bangoura made an immediate impact by scoring the team’s second goal, securing a valuable 2–1 win over CS Constantine on February 28, 2025. Bangoura was included in the starting lineup and delivered an impressive performance in midfield, playing a decisive role throughout the match. His strong showing justified the confidence placed in him by the coaching staff. On May 19, 2025, Bangoura delivered a standout performance in MC Alger’s dominant 4–1 victory over ES Sétif, playing a decisive role with two goals and one assist. This marks the first brace of his career with the club and one of his most complete displays so far. His timing couldn't be better, stepping up as a key figure just when his team needs it most.

On July 23, 2025, Saliou Bangoura suffered a serious injury to his left ankle during a training session with MC Alger. Bangoura was immediately taken to the hospital for further tests after the incident raised concern among staff and teammates. The club’s doctor later confirmed that the injury requires surgery and that Bangoura will be out of action for three months. While it is a significant setback, the medical team reassures that the injury is not career threatening and that the player is expected to come back stronger after recovery.

International career Guinea national team coach Charles Paquille called up Mohamed Saliou Bangoura for the first time for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against DR Congo and Tanzania. Bangoura made his official debut as a substitute in the match against DR Congo, which took place on September 6, 2024.

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International

Scores and results list Algeria's goal tally first.