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Ahmed Faras: Biography, Facts and Career

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Ahmed Faras (Arabic: أَحْمَد فَرَس; 7 December 1946 – 16 July 2025) was a Moroccan professional footballer who played as a striker for Chabab Mohammédia at club level and Morocco internationally. Faras was named African Footballer of the Year in 1975. In 2006, Faras was selected by CAF as one of the best 200 African football players of the last 50 years. With 36 international goals, he is Morocco's all time top goalscorer.

Quick facts about Ahmed Faras

  • Full name: Ahmed Faras
  • Born: 1946-12-07
  • Nationality: Morocco
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q401238

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Who is Ahmed Faras?

Ahmed Faras (Arabic: أَحْمَد فَرَس; 7 December 1946 – 16 July 2025) was a Moroccan professional footballer who played as a striker for Chabab Mohammédia at club level and Morocco internationally. Faras was named African Footballer of the Year in 1975.

What nationality is Ahmed Faras?

Ahmed Faras is Morocco.

When was Ahmed Faras born?

Ahmed Faras was born on 1946-12-07.

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