Ahmed Arab: profile
Ahmed Arab (born 19 March 1933 in Chlef District, Algeria) was an Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder. He died on 1 March 2023.
Arab started out at Limoges Football in 1960. The busiest spell of his career was at Limoges Football (1960–1963): 85 appearances and 14 goals.
At international level, Arab represented Algeria (1962–1964), earning 8 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Eligibility explained: Why does Ahmed Arab play for Algeria?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1962 (aged about 29)
- Club career
- 1960–1963 (4 seasons)
- Club goals per game
- 0.16 (14 in 85)
- Height
- 172 cm — taller than 13% of Algerian internationals on record
- Shares a birthday with
- Hakim Ziyech, Kolo Touré and Derick Ogbu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1960–1963 | Championnat National 1 | 85 | 14 | |
| Total | 85 | 14 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962–1964 | Senior | 8 | – | |
| –1960 | France Olympic | Under-23 | 2 | – |
Frequently asked questions
Where was Ahmed Arab born?
Ahmed Arab was born in Chlef District, Algeria.
Which national team does Ahmed Arab play for?
Ahmed Arab played international football for Algeria. He has 8 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Ahmed Arab played for?
Ahmed Arab's recorded clubs are Limoges Football.
How tall is Ahmed Arab?
Ahmed Arab is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Ahmed Arab play?
Ahmed Arab played as a midfielder.