Kevin Mirallas recorded 60 appearances for the senior Belgium national football team after making his international debut in 2007. Born in 1987 in Liège, the winger built a professional career spanning nearly two decades across leagues in France, Greece, England, Italy, Turkey, Portugal, and Cyprus before concluding his time on the pitch in 2023.
Early Development and French Tenure
Mirallas emerged through the youth ranks at his hometown club, Standard Liège. He initiated his first-team career in France with Lille OSC during the 2004–05 season, where he participated in the UEFA Cup. Subsequently, he transferred to AS Saint-Étienne for a fee of €4 million. His tenure in France established his professional profile before he sought opportunities abroad.
Success in the Greek Super League
In June 2010, Mirallas joined Olympiacos on an initial one-year loan valued at €2.5 million. He secured his place with consistent scoring, netting 34 goals in 52 league games over his tenure. During his second season, he earned the title of league top scorer with 20 goals. His performances in the Derby of the eternal enemies against Panathinaikos solidified his reputation within the Greek league.
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Everton secured Mirallas in August 2012 for a reported £6 million. Over five and a half seasons with the Merseyside club, he functioned as a frequent starter, highlighted by creating 61 chances during the 2013–14 campaign. His time at Goodison Park included signing multiple contract extensions and scoring his 29th Premier League goal in March 2017 against West Bromwich Albion.
International Representation
Mirallas represented Belgium at multiple youth levels, including a successful run to the 2007 UEFA European Under-21 semi-finals. At the senior level, he scored his first goal against Serbia in Brussels. He participated in the 2008 Summer Olympics, netting goals against China and Italy, and later featured in the Belgian squad that reached the quarter-finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
Final Years and Transition
Following his Everton career, Mirallas experienced loan spells at Olympiacos and Fiorentina. His later career involved stints with Royal Antwerp in Belgium, Gaziantep in Turkey, Moreirense in Portugal, and AEL Limassol in Cyprus. Upon officially retiring from professional football on 31 August 2023, he transitioned into an administrative role, joining Eendracht Aalst as their chief technology officer.
Fast facts
- Born: 1987, Liège
- International caps: 60
- Premier League club: Everton
- Retirement date: 31 August 2023
- Post-retirement role: Chief technology officer at Eendracht Aalst
- First professional club: Lille OSC
- Citizenship: Belgium
Questions readers ask
Which major international tournaments did Kevin Mirallas play in?
He represented Belgium at the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
What was his final professional football club?
He concluded his playing career at the Cypriot club AEL Limassol.
Achievements
- Worked as association football player and association football coach
