Ahmed Zuway
Libyan footballer
Libya
Forward
Ahmed Zuway: profile
Ahmed Zuway (born 28 December 1982 in Benghazi, Libya) is a former Libyan footballer who played as a forward.
Zuway started out at Al-Nasser SC in 2001. He played for 7 clubs in 5 countries since 2001. His most appearances came at Al Ahly SC (Benghazi) (2004–2007), where he made 59 appearances and scored 19 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 153 appearances and 58 goals.
At international level, Zuway represented Libya (2005–present). Our match database lists 2 of his international goals; the first came against Togo on 3 June 2012 (World Cup Qualification).
Benghazi has produced 13 footballers in our database, including Ahmed Saad Osman, Fawzi Al-Issawi and Sadiq El Fitouri.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2005 (aged about 23)
- First international goal
- 2012 – aged 29 (match)
- Countries played in
- 5: Libya, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Tunisia and United Arab Emirates
- Club goals per game
- 0.38 (58 in 153)
- Height
- 188 cm — taller than 86% of Libyan internationals on record
- Latest move
- Al-ittihad (2016)
- Shares a birthday with
- Tanguy Ndombele, El Hadji Malick Diouf and Lomana LuaLua (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2004 | Al-Nasser SC |
Libyan Premier League | 43 | 16 |
| 2004–2007 | Al Ahly SC (Benghazi) |
Libyan Premier League | 59 | 19 |
| 2007 |  Al Qadsiah FC |
Saudi Pro League | 10 | 4 |
| 2007 |  Qadsia SC |
Kuwaiti Premier League | 8 | 4 |
| 2008–2011 | Al-ittihad |
Libyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2011–2012 |  CA Bizertine |
Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 25 | 13 |
| 2012–2013 |  Sharjah FC |
UAE Division 1 Group A | – | – |
| 2013– | Al Ahly SC (Benghazi) |
Libyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2014–2015 | CA Bizertine |
Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 8 | 2 |
| 2016– | Al-ittihad |
Libyan Premier League | – | – |
| Total | 153 | 58 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005– | Libya |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (2)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 Jun 2012 | Togo 1–1 Libya | 16 | World Cup Qualification |
| 2 | 10 Jun 2012 | Libya 2–1 Cameroon | 6 | World Cup Qualification |
*Goals listed are those present in our match-by-match goal database, which is most complete for tournament matches.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Ahmed Zuway?
Ahmed Zuway was born on 28 December 1982, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was Ahmed Zuway born?
Ahmed Zuway was born in Benghazi, Libya.
Which national team does Ahmed Zuway play for?
Ahmed Zuway played international football for Libya.
Which clubs has Ahmed Zuway played for?
Ahmed Zuway's recorded clubs are Al-Nasser SC, Al Ahly SC (Benghazi), Al Qadsiah FC, Qadsia SC, Al-ittihad, CA Bizertine and Sharjah FC.
How tall is Ahmed Zuway?
Ahmed Zuway is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What position does Ahmed Zuway play?
Ahmed Zuway played as a forward.
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