Monsef Zerka: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Monsef Zerka: profile

Monsef Zerka (born 30 August 1981 in Orléans, France) is a former Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder.

Zerka's senior club career began in 2000 at A.S. Nancy-Lorraine. He played for 7 clubs in 5 countries between 2000 and 2014. His most appearances came at Tanjong Pagar United FC (2013–2014), where he made 38 appearances and scored 15 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 117 appearances and 23 goals.

At international level, Zerka represented Morocco (2001–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Namibia on 21 January 2008 (Africa Cup of Nations). He also played for Morocco at under-21 level.

Orléans has produced 9 footballers in our database, including Thomas Basila, Karim El Mourabet and Bradley Mazikou.

Nationality explained: Why does Monsef Zerka play for Morocco?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2001 (aged about 20)
First international goal: 2008 – aged 26 (match)
Club career: 2000–2014 (15 seasons)
Countries played in: 5: France, Greece, United States, Romania and Singapore
Club goals per game: 0.20 (23 in 117)
Height: 183 cm — taller than 61% of Moroccan internationals on record
Latest move: Tanjong Pagar United FC (2013)
Shares a birthday with: Yves Bissouma, Radhi Jaïdi and Mehdi Mostefa (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2000–2009	A.S. Nancy-Lorraine	Ligue 2	–	–
2009–2011	FC Nantes	Ligue 2	35	2
2011	G.S. Iraklis Thessalonikis (men's association football)	Super League Greece	9	0
2011	G.S. Iraklis Thessalonikis		9	0
2011	New England Revolution	Major League Soccer	7	2
2011–2012	New England Revolution	Major League Soccer	7	2
2012	FC Petrolul Ploiești	Liga I	12	2
2013	Tanjong Pagar United FC	Singapore Premier League	–	–
2013–2014	Tanjong Pagar United FC	Singapore Premier League	38	15
	Total		117	23

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2001–2008	Morocco	Senior	–	–
2002–	Morocco	Senior	–	–
2004	Morocco U21	Under-21	–	–
2004–	Morocco	Senior	–	–

International goals (1)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	21 Jan 2008	Namibia 1–5 Morocco	74	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 Monsef Zerka?

Monsef Zerka was born on 30 August 1981, which makes him 45 years old.

Where was Monsef Zerka born?

Monsef Zerka was born in Orléans, France.

Which national team does Monsef Zerka play for?

Monsef Zerka played international football for Morocco.

Which clubs has Monsef Zerka played for?

Monsef Zerka's recorded clubs are A.S. Nancy-Lorraine, FC Nantes, G.S. Iraklis Thessalonikis (men's association football), G.S. Iraklis Thessalonikis, New England Revolution, FC Petrolul Ploiești and Tanjong Pagar United FC.

How tall is Monsef Zerka?

Monsef Zerka is 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall.

What position does Monsef Zerka play?

Monsef Zerka played as a midfielder.