Salma Zemzem

Salma Zemzem (; born 7 April 2000) is a professional footballer who plays as a striker for Seconde Ligue club Thonon Evian. Born in France, she plays for the Tunisia national team.

Early life

Zemzem was born to a Moroccan mother and a Tunisian father. She is a native of Île-de-France, France. Zemzem started playing football at the age of five. She joined the youth academy of French side Paris Saint-Germain FC at the age of thirteen. She helped the club win the league.

Career

Zemzem started her career with French side VGA Saint-Maur. In 2020, she signed for French side GPSO 92 Issy. In 2021, she signed for French side ASPTT Albi. In 2022, she signed for French side US Orléans.

On 13 July 2024, Zemzem joined Thonon Evian.

International career

Zemzem represented France internationally at youth level. She debuted for the Tunisia women's national football team for the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualification.

Style of play

Zemzem mainly operates as a striker. She has played in a deeper role while playing for her clubs compared to playing for the Tunisia women's national football team.

Personal life

She has regarded Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo as her male football idol. She has regarded France international Eugenie Le Sommer as her female football idol.