Nabil El Zhar: profile
Nabil El Zhar (born 27 August 1986 in Alès, France) is a former Moroccan footballer who played as a forward.
Zhar's senior club career began in 2006 at Liverpool F.C.. He played for 5 clubs in 4 countries since 2006. His most appearances came at Levante UD (2011–2015), where he made 94 appearances and scored 7 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 139 appearances and 9 goals.
At international level, Zhar represented Morocco (2008–present). Our match database lists 1 of his international goals; the first came against Rwanda on 21 June 2008 (World Cup Qualification). He also played for Morocco at under-20 level. Before committing to Morocco, he had represented France U21.
Nationality explained: Why does Nabil El Zhar play for Morocco?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2008 (aged about 22)
- First international goal
- 2008 – aged 21 (match)
- Countries played in
- 4: United Kingdom, Greece, Spain and France
- Club goals per game
- 0.06 (9 in 139)
- Height
- 170 cm — taller than 9% of Moroccan internationals on record
- Latest move
- UD Las Palmas (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Sulley Muntari, Adama Ba and Segun Odegbami (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011 |  Liverpool F.C. |
Premier League | 21 | 0 |
| 2010–2011 |  PAOK FC |
Super League Greece | 24 | 2 |
| 2011–2015 |  Levante UD |
La Liga | 94 | 7 |
| 2015– | UD Las Palmas |
LaLiga 2 | – | – |
| — |  Nîmes Olympique |
Championnat National 1 | – | – |
| Total | 139 | 9 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2008 |  Morocco U20 |
Under-20 | – | – |
| 2005 | France U21 |
Under-21 | 8 | 1 |
| 2008– | Morocco |
Senior | – | – |
International goals (1)
| # | Date | Match | Min | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 Jun 2008 | Morocco 2–0 Rwanda | 49 | 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 El Zhar?
Nabil El Zhar was born on 27 August 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Nabil El Zhar born?
Nabil El Zhar was born in Alès, France.
Which national team does Nabil El Zhar play for?
Nabil El Zhar played international football for Morocco.
Which clubs has Nabil El Zhar played for?
Nabil El Zhar's recorded clubs are Liverpool F.C., PAOK FC, Levante UD, UD Las Palmas and Nîmes Olympique.
How tall is Nabil El Zhar?
Nabil El Zhar is 170 cm (5 ft 7 in) tall.
What position does Nabil El Zhar play?
Nabil El Zhar played as a forward.
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