Faris Abdi (; born 9 May 1999), is a professional footballer. Born in the United States, he played for Al-Ittihad and the Saudi Arabia national team.
Early life Faris Abdi was born on May 9, 1999, in San Diego, California and is the son of Rifat Abdi and Soulafa Al Nassar. Abdi was raised in Dhahran, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. Abdi went to high school at IMG Academy and there continued to play soccer. As a senior Abdi won the award of the MVP of his team and best attacking player.
Club career On 5 July 2024, Abdi joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Fayha on a three-year deal.
On 4 July 2025, Abdi joined newly promoted Pro League side Neom.
International career Having scored two goals in two games for the United States under-18 side in June 2017, Abdi was called up to the Saudi Arabia national team side for friendlies against Jamaica and Ghana in late 2017. He made his debut against Jamaica, coming on as a 71st-minute substitute for Salem Al-Dawsari.
Career statistics
Club
ClubSeasonLeagueCupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsTeam Vaud M-212017–18Swiss 1. Liga3000 0030Austin Bold2019USL Championship712Appearances in the U.S. Open Cup00091Al-Wehda2019–20SPL2000—20Al-Qadsiah2020–2110000—1002021–22FDL70——702022–23190——1902023–2423000—230 Total5900000590Al-Fayha2024–25SPL31120—331Neom2025–260000—00 Career total102240001062 Notes
International
National teamYearAppsGoalsSaudi Arabia201710Total10
Honours Al-Qadsiah First Division League: 2023–24
References
External links Faris Abdi at the IMG Academy