5 things to know about Moroccan sensation Karim El BerkaouiKarim El Berkaoui/@SNRTMorocco has plenty to thank its striker Karim El Berkaoui for, as he turned in stellar performances during the FIFA Ar...
5 things to know about Moroccan sensation Karim El Berkaoui
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Morocco has plenty to thank its striker Karim El Berkaoui for, as he turned in stellar performances during the FIFA Arab Cup 2025.
The 30-year-old was one of the key architects behind the Atlas Lions' impressive run in the tournament, which ended with a well-deserved spot in the quarterfinals.
Here are 5 things you need to know about the Moroccan star lighting up the Arab Cup.
- After scoring twice—against Comoros and Saudi Arabia—he currently sits second in the tournament's top scorers chart.
- A product of HUSA Agadir, he tallied 134 appearances in the Botola Pro Inwi, netting 39 goals and providing 14 assists.
- In 2021, he signed with Saudi club Al Raed for €371,000. Across 131 matches, he racked up 63 goals and 7 assists.
- During the last summer transfer window, he was snapped up by UAE side Al-Dhafra FC, where he featured in 9 matches and scored 6 goals.
- According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at €1.2 million.
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