Biography
Who is Nayef Aguerd?
Early life and beginnings
Nayef Aguerd was born in the city of Kenitra in northwestern Morocco. He spent his youth in this region before beginning his footballing path at the Mohammed VI Academy. This training ground helped prepare him for the next stage of his professional path.
In 2014, he moved to FUS Rabat to play in the Botola league. He spent one season playing for the club's amateur side before securing his first professional contract with the team that same year. His time in Rabat included a runner-up finish in the 2015 Throne cup.
Club career in Europe
After four years in Morocco, he moved to France to join Dijon in Ligue 1. He made his professional debut for the club in August 2018 against Nice, where he also scored his first goal. He later transferred to Stade Rennais F.C. In August 2020 for a fee between 4 and 5 million euros.
During his time with Rennes, he earned recognition such as being named the 3rd best African player in Ligue 1 for the Prix Marc-Vivien Foé in 2022. He also scored several goals in European competition, including a header against Rosenborg in the UEFA Europa Conference League play-off round.
International career highlights
Nayef Aguerd has been a frequent selection for the Morocco national team since his debut against Albania in August 2016. He was part of the squad that won the 2018 African Nations Championship. He also represented his country in the 2021 and 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as well as the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
During the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, he played in the group matches and the Round of 16 game against Spain. Although he missed the quarter-final and semi-final matches due to injury and illness, he remained a key part of the national setup. He was also included in the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup before an injury prevented him from playing.
Personal life and honors
Nayef Aguerd has received several honors throughout his career, including being named an Officer of the Order of the Throne in 2022. He was also included in the IFFHS CAF Men's Team of the Year in 2020 and the UEFA Europa Conference League Team of the Season for the 2022-23 period.
In September 2023, he participated in a blood donation drive alongside his teammates to help those affected by the Marrakesh-Safi earthquake. This gesture was made to support people in need following the natural disaster in Morocco.
Birthday and age
Nayef Aguerd was born on March 30, 1996, which makes Nayef 30 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Nayef shares the date with 33 other famous people.
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