Karim El Ahmadi
Born: January 27, 1985 (age 38)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Weight: 12st 4lb (78kg)
Hometown: Enschede, Netherlands
Nationality:
Moroccan
![Morocco Morocco](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Position: Defensive midfielder
![Karim El Ahmadi, Ron Vlaar Karim El Ahmadi, Ron Vlaar](https://sm.imgix.net/12/34/KarimElAhmadi_20120825.jpg?w=300&h=225&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
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Career History | ||
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Senior | 2004-2008 | FC Twente |
2008-2012 | Feyenoord | |
2012-2014 | Aston Villa | |
2014-2018 | Feyenoord |
Sports Mole has 104 articles about Karim El Ahmadi. Articles 1 to 40:
![Jean Michael Seri in action for Ivory Coast at the 2019 Africa Cup on Nations Jean Michael Seri in action for Ivory Coast at the 2019 Africa Cup on Nations](https://sm.imgix.net/19/26/jean-michael-seri.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Jean Michael Seri brushes off criticism of Ivory Coast form
The 27-year-old Fulham midfielder has been linked with a summer move.
Jun 27, 18:29
![Fernando Hierro at the World Cup European playoff draw on December 1, 2018 Fernando Hierro at the World Cup European playoff draw on December 1, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Thiago makes Spain XI to face Morocco
Thiago joins Spain's midfield as they make one change for their World Cup group match against Morocco.
Jun 25, 17:51
![Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo scores the opening goal during his side's World Cup Group B clash against Morocco on June 20, 2018 Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo scores the opening goal during his side's World Cup Group B clash against Morocco on June 20, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Cristiano Ronaldo nets as Portugal beat Morocco
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes Europe's all-time leading scorer in international football as he registers in Portugal's 1-0 win over Morocco at the 2018 World Cup.
Jun 20, 14:53
![Cristiano Ronaldo scores from the spot during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018 Cristiano Ronaldo scores from the spot during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: One change for Portugal versus Morocco
Portugal coach Fernando Santos brings Joao Mario in for Bruno Fernandes for Portugal's tie with Morocco.
Jun 20, 11:54
![Cristiano Ronaldo grabs his third during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018 Cristiano Ronaldo grabs his third during the World Cup group game between Portugal and Spain on June 15, 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Portugal vs. Morocco - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the World Cup fixture between Portugal and Morocco in Group B.
Jun 18, 12:05
![Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016 Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Watford on December 14, 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Live Commentary: Feyenoord 0-4 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Manchester City's 4-0 victory over Feyenoord in the Champions League.
Sep 13, 18:45
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Team News: Ederson starts for Manchester City
Ederson is fit enough to start between the posts for Manchester City in their Champions League trip to Feyenoord.
Sep 13, 18:35
![Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Manchester United against Hull City on August 27, 2016 Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action for Manchester United against Hull City on August 27, 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Henrikh Mkhitaryan handed rare Manchester United start
Henrikh Mkhitaryan is handed a rare start for Manchester United's Europa League meeting with Feyenoord, while the visitors are without a number of key players.
Nov 24, 19:01
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Manchester United lose in Rotterdam
Manchester United's Europa League Group A campaign begins with a 1-0 defeat to Feyenoord in Rotterdam.
Sep 15, 19:53
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Feyenoord thrash FC Twente to keep up pressure on Ajax
Feyenoord secure a resounding 5-0 win over a struggling FC Twente side in Sunday's Eredivisie clash at De Kuip to keep up the pressure on league leaders Ajax.
Nov 22, 15:29
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Feyenoord continue to impress after seeing off Willem II
Feyenoord climb to third in the Eredivisie table after beating Willem II 1-0 in Sunday's clash at De Kuip.
Sep 13, 15:35
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Feyenoord see off Utrecht
Feyenoord survive the second-half dismissal of Rick Karsdorp to record a 3-2 win over Utrecht in their Eredivisie opener.
Aug 8, 21:41
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Go Ahead Eagles stun Feyenoord
Eredivisie strugglers Go Ahead Eagles confirm Dordrecht's relegation with a shock 1-0 win at Feyenoord.
Apr 19, 13:27
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FC Utrecht hold Feyenoord to goalless draw
FC Utrecht hold fourth-placed Feyenoord to a 0-0 draw in their Eredivisie clash at the Stadion Galgenwaard.
Mar 1, 15:25
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Roma, Feyenoord play out draw
Roma are held to a 1-1 draw by Feyenoord in Thursday evening's Europa League round-of-32 first-leg clash at the Stadio Olimpico.
Feb 19, 19:55
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Half-Time Report: Roma edge in front against Feyenoord
A Gervinho goal gives Roma a 1-0 lead against Feyenoord in Thursday evening's Europa League round-of-32 clash at the Stadio Olimpico.
Feb 19, 18:52
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Feyenoord score two scrappy goals to beat Cambuur
Goals from Karim El Ahmadi and Colin Kazim-Richards help Feyenoord beat Cambuur 2-1 in the Eredivisie.
Feb 8, 13:27
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Feyenoord see off FC Twente
Feyenoord cruise to a 3-1 win against FC Twente in Sunday afternoon's Eredivisie clash at De Kuip.
Jan 18, 15:39
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Colin Kazim-Richards gives Feyenoord win at NAC Breda
NAC Breda succumb to a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Feyenoord their Eredivisie clash at the Rat Verlegh Stadion, where Colin Kazim-Richards scored the only goal.
Dec 21, 15:38
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Last-gasp Memphis Depay strike downs Feyenoord
Luuk de Jong scores a hat-trick as PSV Eindhoven twice come from behind to claim a 4-3 win over Feyenoord.
Dec 17, 21:45
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Europa League roundup: Holders Sevilla taste first defeat
Sports Mole rounds up this evening's first set of Europa League fixtures from across the continent.
Nov 27, 20:30
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Feyenoord beat PEC Zwolle for fifth win on bounce
Second-half goals from Sven van Beek and Jean-Paul Boetius earn Feyenoord their fifth consecutive Eredivisie victory courtesy of a 2-0 win over PEC Zwolle.
Nov 1, 20:36
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Feyenoord thrash Groningen
Feyenoord comprehensively beat Groningen 4-0 in this afternoon's Eredivisie clash at De Kuip.
Oct 5, 15:25
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Sergio Canales rejects Aston Villa approach?
Sergio Canales rejects a move to Aston Villa from Real Sociedad, according to a report.
Sep 1, 19:55
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Karim El Ahmadi rejoins Feyenoord
Feyenoord re-sign Karim El Ahmadi from Aston Villa on a three-year deal.
Sep 1, 10:52
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Alan Hutton strike hands Aston Villa pre-season win over Walsall
Alan Hutton scores the only goal of the game to give Aston Villa a 1-0 win over Walsall in a pre-season friendly.
Aug 5, 21:21
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Team News: Tim Sherwood makes two changes for final day
Tottenham Hotspur boss Tim Sherwood makes two changes to his side for their final day clash with Aston Villa at White Hart Lane.
May 11, 14:19
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Team News: David Silva starts for Manchester City
Manchester City's David Silva returns to their starting lineup for their Premier League match against Aston Villa.
May 7, 19:16
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Team News: Paul Lambert makes two Aston Villa changes
Paul Lambert brings in Matthew Lowton and Ciaran Clark as he seeks a victory against Hull City this afternoon.
May 3, 14:47
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Southampton held at Aston Villa
Southampton are frustrated by Aston Villa as they are held to a goalless draw despite dominating for much of the game.
Apr 19, 17:09
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Team News: Four changes for Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert makes four changes while Crystal Palace remain unchanged for their Premier League clash this afternoon.
Apr 12, 14:32
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Preview: Crystal Palace vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa as both teams look to edge closer to survival.
Apr 10, 13:40
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Yacouba Sylla 'frustrated' by lack of football at Aston Villa
Yacouba Sylla admits that he is 'frustrated' by a lack of first-team action at Aston Villa this season.
Apr 9, 18:29
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Preview: Aston Villa vs. Fulham
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between hosting Aston Villa and Fulham as the rock-bottom Cottagers reach the now-or-never stage in their bid for survival.
Apr 3, 16:35
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Team News: Five changes for Manchester United
Manchester United make five changes to their starting lineup for their game against Aston Villa this afternoon.
Mar 29, 12:02
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Preview: Manchester United vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole previews the Premier League match between Man United and Aston Villa at Old Trafford, as the hosts look to bounce back from derby disappointment.
Mar 27, 18:40
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Jose Mourinho denies Football Association charge, requests personal hearing
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho denies a charge of improper conduct from the FA.
Mar 25, 17:34
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Jose Mourinho: 'I am treated differently by the FA'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that he is treated differently to others following his charge from the Football Association.
Mar 22, 03:11
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Jose Mourinho charged with improper conduct
The FA charges Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho with improper conduct.
Mar 19, 18:06
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Jose Mourinho still unhappy with referee Chris Foy
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that Ramires's challenge on Karim El Ahmadi on Saturday was a result of decisions not going his side's way all game.
Mar 17, 19:45
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