Karim Maroc
Algerian footballer
Karim Maroc: profile
Karim Maroc (born 5 March 1958 in Hassi El Ghella, Algeria) is a retired Algerian footballer who played as a midfielder.
Maroc started out at Olympique Lyonnais in 1976. He played for 7 clubs in 3 countries between 1976 and 1989. The busiest spell of his career was at Stade Brestois 29 (1982–1985): 88 appearances and 9 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 177 appearances and 27 goals.
At international level, Maroc represented Algeria (1982–1986), earning 22 caps and scoring 3 goals. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Cameroon on 14 March 1986 (Africa Cup of Nations).
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1982 (aged about 24)
- First international goal
- 1986 – aged 28 (match)
- Club career
- 1976–1989 (14 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: France, Spain and Algeria
- Club goals per game
- 0.15 (27 in 177)
- Height
- 172 cm — taller than 13% of Algerian internationals on record
- Shares a birthday with
- Youssouf Sabaly, Liassine Cadamuro and Ahmed Hassan Mahgoub (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976–1981 | Ligue 1 | – | – | |
| 1979–1980 | Ligue 1 | 32 | 6 | |
| 1981–1982 | Ligue 3 | 32 | 10 | |
| 1982–1985 | Ligue 1 | 88 | 9 | |
| 1985–1986 | Ligue 2 | 13 | 1 | |
| 1986–1987 | Segunda División B | 12 | 1 | |
| 1987–1989 | Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | – | – | |
| Total | 177 | 27 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982–1986 | Senior | 22 | 3 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 Mar 1986 | Algeria 2–3 Cameroon | 73 | 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
How old is Karim Maroc?
Karim Maroc was born on 5 March 1958, which makes him 68 years old.
Where was Karim Maroc born?
Karim Maroc was born in Hassi El Ghella, Algeria.
Which national team does Karim Maroc play for?
Karim Maroc played international football for Algeria. He has 22 caps and 3 goals on record.
Which clubs has Karim Maroc played for?
Karim Maroc's recorded clubs are Olympique Lyonnais, Angers SCO, Tours FC., Stade Brestois 29, Montpellier Hérault Sport Club, CD Logroñés and Mouloudia Club of Oran.
How tall is Karim Maroc?
Karim Maroc is 172 cm (5 ft 8 in) tall.
What position does Karim Maroc play?
Karim Maroc played as a midfielder.