Nesryne El Chad

Nesryne El Chad (نسرين الشاد; born 13 March 2003) is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Seconde Ligue club Lille. Born in France, she represents Morocco at international level.

Early life
El Chad was born in Saint-Étienne to Moroccan parents from Meknes.

Before devoting herself definitively to playing football, she played tennis for a period of six years.

International career
She has appeared in eight matches for Morocco and scored a goal against Uganda at the 2022 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, making her the youngest-ever Moroccan player to score in the tournament. She was named to the Morocco squad for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Honours
Morocco


 * Africa Cup of Nations runner-up: 2022

Individual
 * African Women's Youth Player of the Year: 2023