Mahdi Zein


Mahdi Wissam Zein is a Lebanese footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Ansar FC|Ansar].

Club career

On 29 April 2019, Nejmeh renewed the contract of Zein for five years, renewable for two additional seasons. On 2 April 2021, Zein scored his first senior goal against Shabab Sahel, helping his side win 3–0 in the league. In July 2024, Zein renewed his contract with Nejmeh for two more years.
On 5 January 2026, Zein transferred to cross-city rivals Ansar on a two-and-half-year contract.

International career

Zein represented Lebanon at under-16 football team|under-16], under-19 football team|under-19] and under-23 football team|under-23] levels. His senior debut came on 4 December 2021, as a substitute in a 2–0 defeat to Algeria in the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup. On 25 June 2023, Zein scored his first senior international goal in a 4–1 win against Bhutan in the 2023 SAFF Championship.

Style of play

Regarded as one of Lebanon's most promising players, Zein is a playmaking midfielder, capable of moving play from the defence to the attack. His main abilities are his through passes and ball control.

Personal life

Mahdi Zein's paternal uncle, Haitham Zein, is a former Lebanese international.

Career statistics

International

No.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
1Sree Kanteerava Stadium, Bangalore, India4–04–12023 SAFF Championship

Honours

Nejmeh