Merouane Zemmama
Moroccan footballer
Morocco
Midfielder
Merouane Zemmama: profile
Merouane Zemmama (born 7 October 1983 in Salé, Morocco) is a former Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder.
Zemmama's senior club career began in 2001 at Raja Club Athletic. He played for 6 clubs in 4 countries between 2001 and 2015. The busiest spell of his career was at Hibernian F.C. (2006–2011): 78 appearances and 11 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 203 appearances and 26 goals.
At international level, Zemmama represented Morocco (2008–2009), earning 7 caps and scoring 1 goal. Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Mauritania on 11 October 2008 (World Cup Qualification).
Salé has produced 10 footballers in our database, including Najat Badri, Montasser Lahtimi and Larbi Naji.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2008 (aged about 25)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 25 (match)
- Club career
- 2001–2015 (15 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 4: Morocco, Qatar, United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates
- Club goals per game
- 0.13 (26 in 203)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 9% of Moroccan internationals on record
- Latest move
- Widad Témara (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Madjid Bougherra, Umaru Bangura and Amadou Dante (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2006 | Raja Club Athletic |
Botola Pro 1 | 23 | 2 |
| 2004–2005 |  Qatar SC |
Qatar Stars League | 27 | 3 |
| 2006–2011 |  Hibernian F.C. |
Scottish Premiership | 78 | 11 |
| 2008–2009 |  Al-Shaab CSC |
UAE Pro League | 27 | 3 |
| 2011–2013 | Middlesbrough F.C. |
EFL Championship | 48 | 7 |
| 2013–2014 | Raja Club Athletic |
Botola Pro 1 | – | – |
| 2015 | Widad Témara |
Botola Pro 2 | – | – |
| Total | 203 | 26 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2009 | Morocco |
Senior | 7 | 1 |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Oct 2008 | Morocco 4–1 Mauritania | 66 | 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 Merouane Zemmama?
Merouane Zemmama was born on 7 October 1983, which makes him 43 years old.
Where was Merouane Zemmama born?
Merouane Zemmama was born in Salé, Morocco.
Which national team does Merouane Zemmama play for?
Merouane Zemmama played international football for Morocco. He has 7 caps and 1 goal on record.
Which clubs has Merouane Zemmama played for?
Merouane Zemmama's recorded clubs are Raja Club Athletic, Qatar SC, Hibernian F.C., Al-Shaab CSC, Middlesbrough F.C. and Widad Témara.
How tall is Merouane Zemmama?
Merouane Zemmama is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Merouane Zemmama play?
Merouane Zemmama played as a midfielder.
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