Early Life

Karim Boudiaf was born in Rueil-Malmaison, France, and is of Moroccan-Algerian descent. He began his football journey in France and trained in the youth academies of Lorient and Nancy before moving to Qatar in 2010 to start his professional career.

Education

There is no publicly available information regarding Karim Boudiaf's school or university education. Public records mainly focus on his football training and professional career.

Career Highlights

Club Career
Joined Al-Duhail (formerly Lekhwiya) in 2010.
Became one of the club's longest-serving players.
Won numerous Qatar Stars League titles and domestic cups.
Played over 250 league matches for Al-Duhail.

International Career
Obtained Qatari citizenship and debuted for Qatar in 2013.
Earned more than 120 international caps.
Represented Qatar at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Named in Qatar's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad.

Key Achievement List

1. AFC Asian Cup Champion (2019)
2. 7× Qatar Stars League Champion
3. Multiple Emir Cup and Qatar Cup titles
4. FIFA World Cup Player (2022)
5. 120+ appearances for the Qatar national team
6. Qatar Stars League Team of the Year (2017–18)

Net Worth

Estimated Net Worth (2026): $2 Million – $5 Million USD

This is an unofficial estimate based on his long professional career, club contracts, bonuses, and international appearances. No verified public financial records are available.

Social Media

No widely verified public Instagram, Facebook, or X account is consistently listed in major football databases as of 2026.

Quick Facts

Full Name: Karim Boudiaf
Born: 16 September 1990
Age: 35
Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.90 m)
Birthplace: Rueil-Malmaison, France
Position: Defensive Midfielder / Centre-Back
Preferred Foot: Right
Club: Al-Duhail SC
National Team: Qatar
International Caps: 120+
AFC Asian Cup Winner (2019)