Biography
Who is Lassad Nouioui?
Early life and background
Lassad Nouioui was born in Marseille, France. Although he grew up in France, he chose to represent the Tunisia national team during his international career. He began his football path playing amateur matches in his home country before moving into professional leagues.
His professional path led him to various countries including Scotland, Portugal, Japan, and Tunisia. He eventually transitioned from amateur levels to playing for major clubs across Europe.
Club career highlights
Lassad signed with Deportivo de La Coruña in January 2008 after leaving LB Châteauroux. He made his first appearance for the team in February 2009 as a substitute against Villarreal CF. During his time with the club, he scored 29 goals in 107 official matches and helped the team win the Segunda División title in the 2011-12 season.
In September 2012, he moved to Celtic F.C. On a two-year contract. While at Celtic, he won the Scottish Premier League and the Scottish Cup during the 2012-13 season. He scored his first goal for the Scottish club in November 2012 against Aberdeen.
Following his time in Scotland, Lassad played for F.C. Arouca in Portugal starting in December 2013. He also had a brief period with FC Tokyo in Japan before joining Club Africain in Tunisia in 2015. Later, he returned to Spain to play for CD Toledo.
Retirement and health
Lassad Nouioui faced a significant health event on April 14, 2018. While in Toledo, he suffered a cardiac arrest before a match against Real Madrid Castilla. He required treatment in an intensive care unit at a local hospital.
One month after this medical emergency, he decided to end his professional football career. He officially announced his retirement at the age of 32.
Birthday and age
Lassad Nouioui was born on March 8, 1986, which makes Lassad 40 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Lassad shares the date with 60 other famous people.
Explore more
