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Hello, I'm Raafat Mohamad 


PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL COACH

 

About

Raafat Mohammad, born in 1977, is a former Syrian football player turned highly successful coach. 
He started his playing career in Syria, 
making a name for himself with teams like Al-Wahda
Mohammad also represented the Syrian national team between 2002 and 2008, scoring once in international competitions



Training Certificates

PRO
Asian Training Certificate Pro
A
Asian Training Certificate A
B
Asian Training Certificate B
2017
Developing Youth in Asia 2017
2017 - 2018
Certificate from the Asian Youth Football 2017-2017

Development Conference in Malaysia

Coaching CareerPhilosophy and StyleInternational SuccessRecent DevelopmentsCOACHING CAREERBEST ACHIEVEMENTS

Coaching Career


Raafat Mohammad transitioned from a professional player to a coach in 2012, taking charge of Al-Wahda FC in Syria. 
He quickly became known for his leadership and ability to lead teams to success. His remarkable coaching career spans both Syria and Lebanon, 
where he managed top-tier clubs and achieved numerous victories. Some highlights include:

Leading Al-Wahda to a Syrian Premier League Championship in the 2013-2014 season.
Coaching Al Jaish in Syria and Tishreen FC, where he established a strong reputation as a tactician​

In Lebanon, he made his mark as the head coach of Al Ahed FC, guiding the club to several championships. Under his leadership, the club won the Lebanese Premier League and reached the AFC Cup final in 2024


Philosophy and Style

Raafat Mohammad is known for his strategic mind and emphasis on team cohesion. His experiences with various clubs have helped him develop a flexible yet disciplined coaching style. He has often stated that his approach is rooted in building a strong defense while encouraging players to perform creatively in attack​


International Success

Beyond club football, Raafat Mohammad also had a significant role in managing national teams. He served as the head coach for Syria's Olympic team in 2021 and led the Syrian U-18 team​


Recent Developments

In 2024, Raafat Mohammad was appointed head coach of Al-Faisaly, one of the most successful clubs in Jordan. His appointment was seen as a significant move, as Al-Faisaly fans have high expectations for success
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COACHING CAREER

2023 - 2024  :  Al Ahed Fc - Lebanon - Coach
2022 - 2023  :  Al Ahed Fc - Lebanon - Coach
2022                : Tishreen FC - Syria - Coach
2019 - 2022  :  Al Jaish FC - Syria - Coach
2021                :  Syrian Olympics Team - Coach
2018 - 2019  : Al Ouroba Fc - Oman - Coach
2017 - 2018  : Syrian under 18 - Coach
2012 - 2017  : Al Wahda Fc - Syria - Coach

BEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2024 -            : AFC Cup runner-up 
2024 -            : AFC Cup Champion - West Asia Region 
2023 - 2024 : Elite Cup Champion with Al Ahed FC 
2023 -            :  Lebanese League Champion with Al Ahed FC 
2022 - 2023 :  Lebanon Cup runner-up 
2020 - 2021 : Syrian league runner-up with Al Jaish FC 
2019 - 2020 : Syrian league runner-up with Al Jaish FC 
2017 -            : Syrian Super Cup Champion - Al Wahda FC 
2017 -            : AFC Cup runner-up - West Asia Region 
2015 - 2016  : Syrian league runner-up with Al Wahda FC 
2015 - 2016  : Syrian Cup Champion with Al Wahda FC 
2014 - 2015  : Participation in the AFC Cup
2014 - 2015 | 2015 - 2016 | 2016 - 2017   
AFC Cup quarter-finals with Al Wahda FC

2014 - 2015 : Syrian Cup Champion with Al Wahda FC 
2013 - 2014 : Champion of the Syrian Professional League 
2012 - 2013 : Syrian Cup Champion with Al Wahda FC