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Ya Biladi
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
FIFA and CAF mourn the passing of Moroccan football legend Ahmed Faras
Gianni Infantino, President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), expressed his «deep sorrow» upon learning of the passing of Ahmed Faras, Moroccan football icon and winner of the 1975 African Ballon d'Or. In a post on his official Instagram account, Infantino paid tribute to the historic top scorer of the Moroccan national team and captain of the squad that won the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations. «I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Moroccan player Ahmed Faras», he wrote. On behalf of FIFA and the entire footballing community, «I would like to express my sincere condolences to his family and friends, to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, and to everyone at CAF. Rest in peace». Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), also expressed his condolences, describing Faras as «an exceptional leader both on and off the field». In a statement published on CAF's official website, Motsepe recalled that Faras was one of Africa's brightest football stars, named the continent's best player in 1975 and a central figure in Morocco's historic Africa Cup of Nations victory in 1976. «Ahmed Faras was an outstanding leader whose contributions to football in Morocco and across Africa helped pave the way for the global success we now see from Moroccan and African players», Motsepe said. He offered his heartfelt sympathies and support to «the family of the deceased, his former teammates, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, its president Fouzi Lekjaa, and the Moroccan people. Ahmed Faras will forever live in our hearts and memories. May God bless him and grant him eternal peace».
Ya Biladi
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
King Mohammed VI sends condolences to the family of Ahmed Faras
King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolences and sympathy to the family of the late Ahmed Faras. In the message, the monarch expressed his deep emotion and sorrow upon learning of the passing of the former international footballer. In this painful moment, the King extended his heartfelt condolences and sincere compassion to all members of Ahmed Faras's family, his loved ones, friends, admirers, and, through them, to the national sports community, particularly the Chabab Mohammedia football club. The King praised Ahmed Faras as one of the legendary figures of Moroccan football and the national team's all-time top scorer. Thanks to his exceptional talent, Faras helped elevate Moroccan football on both the continental and international stages during the 1960s and 1970s. The monarch also recalled that Faras was the first Moroccan player to win the African Ballon d'Or in 1975 and played a pivotal role in Morocco's historic Africa Cup of Nations victory in 1976. King Mohammed VI said he shares in the family's grief following this profound loss, acknowledging the divine will, while honoring the late athlete's noble character, patriotism, and dedication to representing Morocco, qualities that made him a role model for future generations.
Ya Biladi
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan football legend Ahmed Faras passes away at 78
Former Moroccan international Ahmed Faras passed away on Wednesday in Mohammedia at the age of 78, after a long illness, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sports Champions announced. Widely regarded as one of the greatest figures in Moroccan and African football, Faras left a lasting legacy with the Atlas Lions. As captain of the national team, he led Morocco to its only Africa Cup of Nations title in 1976. That same year, he was awarded the African Ballon d'Or, a prestigious honor recognizing his talent and impact across the continent. A legend of Chabab Mohammedia, Faras also left his mark on the domestic league. He was the top scorer in 1969 and 1973 and won the Throne Cup twice, in 1972 and 1975. His funeral will take place on Thursday in Mohammedia, following the Addohr prayer.
Morocco World
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
King Mohammed VI Extends Condolences to Ahmed Faras' Family
Rabat — Morocco's King Mohammed VI sent a condolences message to the family of Moroccan footballer Ahmed Faras, following his death today. In the letter, the King said that he had learned with great emotion and deep sorrow of the death of one of Morocco's former legendary footballers. The monarch extended his heartfelt condolences to all members of the late's family, his loved ones, friends of the deceased, and his admirers. He also expressed His sincere compassion to the national sports family, particularly to Chabab Mohammedia football club, following the loss of one of Morocco's greatest football stars. Speaking of the player's performance, the King noted how Faras contributed, through his exceptional talent, to the prominence of national football on both continental and international levels during the 1960s and 1970s. He particularly recalled that the late was the first Moroccan player to win the African Ballon d'Or in 1975 and also contributed to the national team's triumph during the Africa Cup of Nations in 1976. Faras had noble human qualities and showed sincere patriotism in defending the national colors, making him a model to follow, the King noted. Morocco's football family received the news with deep sorrow for the loss of one of its iconic footballers, who died today after a battle with illness. Tags: Ahmed FarasFootballKing Mohammed VI
