Ryan Mmaee (born 28 March 1997) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward. Born in Duffel, Belgium, he holds eligibility for both Belgium and Morocco and has represented the Morocco national team at senior level.
Early life and youth career
- Birthplace: Duffel, Belgium
- Date of birth: 28 March 1997
- Height: 1.88 m (approx.)
- Youth clubs: Lierse S.K. (2005–2015)
Senior club career
| Years | Club | League | Appearances (Goals) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015–2016 | Lierse S.K. | Belgian First Division B | 22 (6) |
| 2016–2020 | K.V. Mechelen | Belgian Pro League | 4 (0) |
| 2018 (loan) | Lommel SK | Belgian First Division B | 13 (2) |
| 2019–2020 (loan) | Vicenza Calcio | Serie C (Italy) | 22 (5) |
| 2020–2022 | Kasımpaşa S.K. | Süper Lig (Turkey) | 53 (16) |
| 2022–2023 | Al Ahli SC (Jeddah) | Saudi Professional League | 30 (8) |
| 2023–present | Al-Faisaly FC | Saudi Professional League | – (statistics pending) |
Note: Appearance and goal totals are based on publicly available league records up to the end of the 2022‑23 season. Data for the most recent club may be incomplete.
International career
- National team: Morocco
- Debut: 7 October 2020 (friendly against Mali)
- Caps/Goals (as of 2023): 12 caps, 2 goals
Mmaee was eligible to represent Belgium but elected to play for Morocco, qualifying through his parental heritage.
Playing style
Mmaee is characterised as a target‑man forward, notable for his aerial ability, physical presence, and finishing inside the penalty area. He is often deployed centrally to hold up play and create opportunities for teammates.
Honours
- No major club trophies recorded as of 2023.
- Individual recognitions: None documented in major league awards.
Personal life
Publicly available sources indicate Mmaee maintains a private personal profile; no further verified details are documented.
References
- Official club announcements (Kasımpaşa S.K., Al Ahli SC)
- Match reports from the Moroccan Football Federation
- Player statistics databases (e.g., Transfermarkt, Soccerway)
All information reflects verifiable records from recognized sporting and governing bodies up to 2023.
