Achraf Bencharki Al Ahly Scout Report
Achraf Bencharki
Quick Answer
Achraf Bencharki scored against Al Ahly in the 2017 CAF Champions League final while at Wydad Casablanca, later spending three seasons at Zamalek with 26 goals in 73 appearances, and picked up experience in Qatar and France. He joined Al Ahly from Al-Rayyan in January 2025 on a two-and-a-half-year deal. His biggest strength is finishing and big-final experience; the key question is his consistency at 31.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Achraf Bencharki |
| Date of birth | 24 September 1994 |
| Age | 31 |
| Place of birth | Morocco |
| Nationality | Morocco |
| Primary position | Left Winger |
| Shirt number | 17 |
| Current club | Al Ahly (January 2025) |
| Contract status | 2.5-year deal |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Career | Maghreb de Fès | Morocco |
| 2016-2019 | Wydad Casablanca | Morocco Botola Pro — 2017 CAF Champions League winner |
| 2019-2022 | Zamalek | Egyptian Premier League — 73 apps, 26 goals |
| Career | Al-Rayyan / Al-Jazira / Al Hilal / Lens | Qatar / UAE / Saudi Arabia / France |
| 2025-present | Al Ahly | Egyptian Premier League |
Bencharki started at Morocco’s Maghreb de Fès before joining Wydad Casablanca in 2016, where he scored against Al Ahly in the 2017 CAF Champions League final as Wydad lifted the title. He moved to Zamalek in 2019, scoring 26 goals with 14 assists across three seasons. After spells in Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and France, he signed for Al Ahly in January 2025 on a two-and-a-half-year deal — ironically joining the club he once scored against in a final.
Playing Style & Assessment
Bencharki is an experienced winger known for cutting in from the left, clinical finishing and composure in big matches. His multi-league career signals a capacity to adapt to different tactical systems.
Strengths
- Big-final experience — His 2017 CAF Champions League final goal is proof of production under maximum pressure.
- Zamalek-era output — 26 goals and 14 assists in 73 games is a proven Egyptian league goal record.
- Multi-league experience — Time in Morocco, Egypt, Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and France gives broad tactical experience.
Development Areas
- Age — At 31, he’ll likely need careful rotation in physically demanding fixture schedules.
- Recent consistency — Limited public data on his Qatar and UAE spells.
- Defensive contribution — As an attacking winger, tracking back and pressing output can be limited.
Level Projection
Verdict: A proven winger across Moroccan and Egyptian football; could be a rotation piece or short-term solution adding experience at mid-to-upper Süper Lig clubs.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Süper Lig rotation / short-term solution |
| Primary role | Left Winger |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Big-final experience |
| Key risk | Age |
| Scout verdict | Evaluate if the price drops |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Achraf Bencharki? A Moroccan winger who scored against Al Ahly in the 2017 CAF final and later joined the same club.
When did Achraf Bencharki join Al Ahly? January 2025, on a two-and-a-half-year deal from Al-Rayyan.
Sources & Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- Wikipedia — Achraf Bencharki
- Moroccoworldnews — Achraf Bencharki: The Champions League opened doors for me
- Panafricafootball — Official: Al Ahly signs Moroccan winger Achraf Bencharki
