About Youcef Abdi
Born 1977. Youcef Abdi is an Australian middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
Youcef Abdi (Kabyle: Yusef Ɛabdi) (born 7 December 1977) is an Australian athlete who specialized in the 3000 m steeplechase. He changed his allegiance from Algeria in 2000. Since his retirement from athletics he has found a new calling and currently plays soccer in the over 35's division for Waverly Old Boys alongside Socceroos ex-captain Craig Foster and ex-AFL player Adam Goodes.
Early life Youcef Abdi was born in Azazga, Algeria, and moved to Australia as a teenager. He obtained Australian citizenship in 2000.
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Who is Youcef Abdi?
Australian middle distance runner
When was Youcef Abdi born?
Youcef Abdi was born on 7 December 1977 in Azazga.
What is Youcef Abdi's occupation?
Youcef Abdi is a middle-distance runner and athletics competitor.
What nationality is Youcef Abdi?
Youcef Abdi is Australian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Youcef Abdi. https://biography.guide/youcef-abdi/
MLA: "Youcef Abdi." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/youcef-abdi/.
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