International Football
International Football · Saturday, May 9, 2026

Mesloub writes history at 16 with Lens

The young Franco-Algerian-Portuguese talent scored after 11 seconds on his Ligue 1 debut.

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Mesloub writes history at 16 with Lens

Friday at the Bollaert-Delelis stadium, Mezian Mesloub etched his name into RC Lens' annals. At just 16 years old, the young attacking midfielder found the net after 11 seconds of play in his first Ligue 1 appearance. This goal sealed a 1-0 victory against FC Nantes and secured Lens' qualification for the Champions League.