Ahmed Faras
Moroccan footballer
Morocco
Midfielder
Ahmed Faras: profile
Ahmed Faras (born 7 December 1946 in Mohammedia, Morocco) was a Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder. He died on 16 July 2025.
Faras started out at SCC Mohammédia in 1965. His most appearances came at SCC Mohammédia (1965–1982), where he made 784 appearances and scored 231 goals.
At international level, Faras represented Morocco (1965–1979), earning 115 caps and scoring 42 goals. Our match database lists 12 of his international goals; the first came against Nigeria on 21 September 1969 (World Cup Qualification).
Mohammedia has produced 17 footballers in our database, including Marwane Saâdane, Abderrahim Achchakir and Rachid Rokki.
Key facts
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965–1982 | SCC Mohammédia |
Botola Pro 1 | 784 | 231 |
| Total | 784 | 231 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965–1979 | Morocco |
Senior | 115 | 42 |
International goals (12)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 Sep 1969 | Morocco 2–1 Nigeria | 63 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 25 Feb 1972 | Congo 1–1 Morocco | 34 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 3 | 27 Feb 1972 | Morocco 1–1 Sudan | 32 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 4 | 29 Feb 1972 | Morocco 1–1 DR Congo | 36 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 5 | 25 Feb 1973 | Morocco 2–0 Guinea | 60 | World Cup Qualification |
| 6 | 25 Feb 1973 | Morocco 2–0 Guinea | 68 | World Cup Qualification |
| 7 | 3 Jun 1973 | Morocco 4–1 Ivory Coast | 24 | World Cup Qualification |
| 8 | 3 Jun 1973 | Morocco 4–1 Ivory Coast | 34 | World Cup Qualification |
| 9 | 25 Nov 1973 | Morocco 2–0 Zambia | 70 | World Cup Qualification |
| 10 | 6 Mar 1976 | Morocco 3–1 Nigeria | 8 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 11 | 9 Mar 1976 | Egypt 1–2 Morocco | 23 | Africa Cup of Nations |
| 12 | 11 Mar 1976 | Morocco 2–1 Nigeria | 82 | Africa Cup of Nations |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Ahmed Faras born?
Ahmed Faras was born in Mohammedia, Morocco.
Which national team does Ahmed Faras play for?
Ahmed Faras played international football for Morocco. He has 115 caps and 42 goals on record.
Which clubs has Ahmed Faras played for?
Ahmed Faras's recorded clubs are SCC Mohammédia.
How tall is Ahmed Faras?
Ahmed Faras is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Ahmed Faras play?
Ahmed Faras played as a midfielder.
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