Mehdi Nafti: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Mehdi Nafti: profile

Mehdi Nafti (born 28 November 1978 in Toulouse, France) is a former Tunisian footballer who played as a midfielder.

Nafti started out at Toulouse FC II in 1997. He played for 9 clubs in 4 countries between 1997 and 2014. His most appearances came at Racing de Santander (2000–2005), where he made 110 appearances and scored 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 343 appearances and 7 goals.

At international level, Nafti represented Tunisia (2002–2006). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Botswana on 4 June 2005 (World Cup Qualification).

Toulouse has produced 33 footballers in our database, including Blaise Matuidi, Issa Diop and Liassine Cadamuro.

Nationality explained: Why does Mehdi Nafti play for Tunisia?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2002 (aged about 24)
First international goal: 2005 – aged 26 (match)
Club career: 1997–2014 (18 seasons)
Countries played in: 4: France, Spain, United Kingdom and Greece
Club goals per game: 0.02 (7 in 343)
Height: 178 cm — taller than 30% of Tunisian internationals on record
Latest move: Cádiz Club de Fútbol (2013)
Shares a birthday with: Abdelhamid Sabiri, Landry Nguémo and Farès Chaïbi (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
1997–1998	Toulouse FC II	Championnat National 1	8	2
1998–2000	Toulouse FC	Ligue 1	28	1
2000–2001	Rayo Cantabria	Segunda División B	21	0
2000–2005	Racing de Santander	La Liga	110	3
2005	Birmingham City F.C.	EFL Championship	10	0
2005–2009	Birmingham City F.C.	EFL Championship	70	0
2009–2011	Aris Thessaloniki F.C.	Super League Greece	–	–
2011–2012	Real Valladolid	LaLiga 2	51	1
2012–2013	Real Murcia	Primera Federación	30	0
2013	Cádiz Club de Fútbol	LaLiga 2	–	–
2013–2014	Cádiz Club de Fútbol	LaLiga 2	15	0
	Total		343	7

Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2002–2006	Tunisia	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	4 Jun 2005	Botswana 1–3 Tunisia	27	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 Mehdi Nafti?

Mehdi Nafti was born on 28 November 1978, which makes him 47 years old.

Where was Mehdi Nafti born?

Mehdi Nafti was born in Toulouse, France.

Which national team does Mehdi Nafti play for?

Mehdi Nafti played international football for Tunisia.

Which clubs has Mehdi Nafti played for?

Mehdi Nafti's recorded clubs are Toulouse FC II, Toulouse FC, Rayo Cantabria, Racing de Santander, Birmingham City F.C., Aris Thessaloniki F.C., Real Valladolid, Real Murcia and Cádiz Club de Fútbol.

How tall is Mehdi Nafti?

Mehdi Nafti is 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.

What position does Mehdi Nafti play?

Mehdi Nafti played as a midfielder.