Nabil Dirar: profile
Nabil Dirar (born 25 February 1986 in Casablanca, Morocco) is a former Moroccan footballer who played as a midfielder.
Dirar started out at K. Diegem Sport in 2005. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries since 2005. His most appearances came at Club Brugge K.V. (2008–2012), where he made 99 appearances and scored 18 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 156 appearances and 21 goals.
At international level, Dirar represented Morocco (2008–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Ivory Coast on 11 November 2017 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Morocco at under-21 level.
Casablanca has produced 213 footballers in our database, including Azzedine Ounahi, Soufiane Rahimi and Ayoub El Kaabi.
Nationality explained: Why does Nabil Dirar play for Morocco?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2008 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2017 – aged 31 (match)
- Countries played in
- 3: Belgium, Monaco and Turkey
- Club goals per game
- 0.13 (21 in 156)
- Height
- 182 cm — taller than 57% of Moroccan internationals on record
- Latest move
- Fenerbahçe Istanbul (01 Jul 2017)
- Shares a birthday with
- Ismaïla Sarr, Younès Belhanda and Krepin Diatta (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2006 |  K. Diegem Sport |
Belgian Third Division | – | – |
| 2006–2008 | K.V.C. Westerlo |
Belgian Pro League | 57 | 3 |
| 2008–2012 | Club Brugge K.V. |
Belgian Pro League | 99 | 18 |
| 2012–2017 |  AS Monaco FC |
Ligue 1 | – | – |
| 2017– |  Fenerbahçe Istanbul |
Süper Lig | – | – |
| Total | 156 | 21 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 |  Morocco U21 |
Under-21 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008– | Morocco |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Nov 2017 | Ivory Coast 0–2 Morocco | 24 | 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 Nabil Dirar?
Nabil Dirar was born on 25 February 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Nabil Dirar born?
Nabil Dirar was born in Casablanca, Morocco.
Which national team does Nabil Dirar play for?
Nabil Dirar played international football for Morocco.
Which clubs has Nabil Dirar played for?
Nabil Dirar's recorded clubs are K. Diegem Sport, K.V.C. Westerlo, Club Brugge K.V., AS Monaco FC and Fenerbahçe Istanbul.
How tall is Nabil Dirar?
Nabil Dirar is 182 cm (5 ft 12 in) tall.
What position does Nabil Dirar play?
Nabil Dirar played as a midfielder.
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