Paradou AC (Arabic: بارادوا الرياضي) is a professional football club based in Algiers, Algeria. The club was founded in 1994 and is widely recognized for its emphasis on youth development through the Paradou Academy, which has produced several players who have moved on to clubs in Europe and elsewhere.
Club details
- Full name: Paradou Athletic Club
- Founded: 1994
- Location: Algiers, Algeria
- League participation: Competes in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1, the top tier of Algerian football.
Stadium
The club’s home matches are held at venues in Algiers; the most frequently used stadium is the Stade Omar Hamadi, which has a capacity of approximately 17,000 spectators.
Colours and crest
Paradou AC’s traditional kit features a black and white colour scheme. The club’s crest incorporates the name “Paradou” along with symbolic elements representing its football academy.
Youth academy
The Paradou Academy, established alongside the club, focuses on training young players from an early age. It has been credited with developing talent that has subsequently joined European clubs, contributing to the club’s reputation as a leading incubator of Algerian football talent.
Recent performance
As of the latest available season, Paradou AC remains a regular participant in the Algerian Ligue 1, with league standings and match results documented by the Algerian Football Federation and reputable sports news outlets.
References
Information about Paradou AC can be found in the records of the Algerian Football Federation, sports databases such as Soccerway and Transfermarkt, and coverage by Algerian media outlets reporting on domestic football.
