Romain Saïss: Career Stats, Clubs, Age & Nationality

Romain Saïss: profile

Romain Saïss (born 26 March 1990 in Bourg-de-Péage, France) is a retired Moroccan footballer who played as a defender.

Saïss made the step into senior football with ASOA Valence in 2010. He played for 7 clubs in 4 countries since 2010. His most appearances came at Le Havre AC (2013–2015), where he made 61 appearances and scored 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 122 appearances and 8 goals.

At international level, Saïss represented Morocco (2012–present). Our match database lists 3 of his international goals; the first came against Togo on 20 January 2017 (Africa Cup of Nations).

Nationality explained: Why does Romain Saïss play for Morocco?

Key facts

Senior international debut: 2012 (aged about 22)
First international goal: 2017 – aged 26 (match)
Countries played in: 4: France, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Kingdom
Club goals per game: 0.07 (8 in 122)
Height: 190 cm — taller than 91% of Moroccan internationals on record
Latest move: Angers SCO (2015)
Shares a birthday with: Taribo West, Michael Olunga and Jonathan Bamba (more)

Club career

Years	Club	League	Apps	Goals
2010–2011	ASOA Valence	Championnat National 3	13	4
2011–2013	Clermont Foot 63	Ligue 2	48	1
2013–2015	Le Havre AC	Ligue 1	61	3
2015–	Angers SCO	Ligue 1	–	–
—	Al-Shabab Football Club	Saudi Pro League	–	–
—	Al Sadd Sports Club	Qatar Stars League	–	–
—	Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.	EFL Championship	–	–
	Total		122	8

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

International career

Years	Team	Level	Caps	Goals
2012–	Morocco	Senior	–	–

International goals (3)

#	Date	Match	Min	Competition
1	20 Jan 2017	Morocco 3–1 Togo	21	Africa Cup of Nations
2	27 Nov 2022	Belgium 0–2 Morocco	73	FIFA World Cup
3	17 Jan 2024	Morocco 3–0 Tanzania	30	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 Romain Saïss?

Romain Saïss was born on 26 March 1990, which makes him 36 years old.

Where was Romain Saïss born?

Romain Saïss was born in Bourg-de-Péage, France.

Which national team does Romain Saïss play for?

Romain Saïss played international football for Morocco.

Which clubs has Romain Saïss played for?

Romain Saïss's recorded clubs are ASOA Valence, Clermont Foot 63, Le Havre AC, Angers SCO, Al-Shabab Football Club, Al Sadd Sports Club and Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C..

How tall is Romain Saïss?

Romain Saïss is 190 cm (6 ft 3 in) tall.

What position does Romain Saïss play?

Romain Saïss played as a defender.