Nassar Mahmoud Nassar (, ; born 1 January 1992) is a Lebanese footballer who plays as a right-back for club Ansar and the Lebanon national team.
Club career Nassar began his career with hometown club Salam Sour, before moving to cross-city rivals Tadamon Sour. In July 2014, Nassar joined Nabi Chit.
In June 2016, Nassar joined Ansar. On 2 February 2019, his contract was renewed for three years. On 6 February, Nassar suffered an ACL injury during a match against Tripoli. He recovered in August. On 14 August 2021, Ansar renewed his contract for three years. On 10 May 2024, Ansar renewed his contract for three more years.
International career Nassar's first international game for Lebanon came as a starter against Equatorial Guinea on 11 October 2016, playing the whole 90 minutes in a 0–0 home draw. In December 2018, Nassar was called up for the preliminary squad in view of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup. However, he was forced to abandon the group early due to injury. In December 2023, Nassar was included in the Lebanese squad for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
Style of play Mainly a right-back, Nassar can also play as a left-back or as a winger. He is known for his speed.
Personal life Nassar's favourite club worldwide is Spanish side Real Madrid, while is favourite club in the Arab world is Jordanian club Al-Wehdat, due to being a fan of Jordanian coach Abdullah Abu Zema.
Career statistics International
+Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsLebanon2016302017302018502019002020102021102022002023402024120202540202610Total340
Honours Ansar Lebanese Premier League: 2020–21, 2024–25, 2025–26 Lebanese FA Cup: 2016–17, 2020–21, 2023–24; runner-up: 2021–22 Lebanese Super Cup: 2021; runner-up: 2017 Lebanese Elite Cup runner-up: 2016, 2022
Individual Lebanese Premier League Team of the Season: 2016–17
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