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.
