Syntia Hikmat Salha is reshaping the role of a midfielder in Lebanese women’s football. Not only does she orchestrate play from central areas, but she also dominates scoring charts—becoming a four‑time league top scorer and Lebanon’s all‑time leading goal scorer in her domestic league. Her achievements mark her as one of the standout talents in Lebanese football today.
Early Years and Club Breakthrough
Born on January 12, 2003, in Ras el‑Matn, Syntia rose through the youth ranks of Akhaa Ahli Aley, where she claimed multiple U‑17 league titles between 2016 and 2019 .
In October 2020, she signed with Safa, and instantly made an impact—finishing the 2020–21 season as the league’s top scorer with 13 goals, leading Safa to their first women’s league title .
She repeated the feat two more times for Safa, scoring 20 goals in 2021–22, before moving in 2022 to Beirut Football Academy (BFA) .
Record-Breaking Run at BFA
Syntia’s time with BFA has been historic:
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2022–23: Scored 29 goals, became league top scorer again, helping BFA to a runner-up finish .
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2023–24: Tore through defences with 40 goals, earning her third straight top scorer title—and her team’s first-ever league trophy—securing the championship undefeated .
By summer 2024, she was officially the Lebanese league’s all-time leading scorer with at least 132 goals .
International Career
Syntia debuted for the Lebanon senior national team on April 8, 2021, in a friendly against Armenia . Shortly after, she scored her first two international goals against Sudan in Egypt’s Arab Women’s Cup opener on August 30, 2021 .
She also found the net in key matches—such as the 2022 AFC Asian Cup qualifier versus UAE and a 2023 friendly against Egypt—and played a vital role in Lebanon’s runner-up finish at the 2022 WAFF Championship .
Playing Style and Strengths
Syntia brings a rare flair to midfield, combining creativity with ruthless scoring instincts:
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Goal poacher mindset: Despite playing centrally, she finds time and space to finish chances—evident in her four-season top-scorer streak.
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Vision and timing: Knows when to surge into box or arrive late—unusual for a midfielder.
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Versatile creator: Contributes assists (11 in 2023–24 league campaign) .
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Composed under pressure: Clinches decisive goals in big fixtures—for club and country alike.
She embodies the modern all-round midfielder: creator, scorer, and leader.
Accolades and Legacy
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Lebanese League top goalscorer in 2020–21, 2021–22, 2022–23, 2023–24
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All-time leading scorer in Lebanese Women’s Football League with 132+ goals
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Four‑time club champion: titles with Safa and BFA.
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International goalscorer for Lebanon in important qualifiers and tournaments.
Career Impact and Public Persona
Syntia’s dominance in scoring has inspired a generation of midfielders in Lebanon to think beyond traditional roles. She speaks openly about balancing intense fitness programs with tactical acumen and is often called upon by youth clubs to share her journey. As a rising star, she is poised for future leadership—whether as captain, mentor, or ambassador for the sport.
Future Prospects
Still only in her early 20s, Syntia has major goals ahead:
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Maintain her scoring momentum in the 2024–25 season, and beyond.
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Help Lebanon challenge in regional tournaments like WAFF and AFC qualifiers.
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Explore opportunities overseas to test her talents at higher levels.
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Inspire and mentor promising young footballers across Lebanon.
Given her unstoppable form and ambition, the coming years will likely define her as one of the greatest midfielders in Lebanese history.
Conclusion
Syntia Salha has redefined what a midfielder can be—an elite scorer, creative force, and consistent leader. From her rise at Safa to shattering records at BFA, she has cemented herself as a once-in-a-generation talent. Her trajectory points not only to continued domination, but also to potential stardom on larger stages—on behalf of herself and Lebanese football.
