Born in November 2005 in Paris, Leah Mohammad Hachem represents a new generation of Lebanese footballers—confident, technically strong, and internationally seasoned. Despite her youth, she’s already making significant waves as a forward for Stars Association for Sports (SAS) and Lebanon’s national teams at various levels.
Early Development and Youth Highlights
Leah came onto the scene playing in academy structures like Southern Stars, where she showed her goal-scoring instincts early—recording five goals in a single U‑19 match, showcasing her predatory instincts at just 14 years old .
She broke into SAS’s youth system in 2022 and quickly progressed to the senior squad, showing a seamless transition thanks to her scoring consistency and attacking insight .
Club Career with SAS
Leah secured a spot in SAS’s senior team by 2023, becoming a regular contributor. in the 2021–22 Lebanese Women’s Football League, she netted an impressive 13 goals, ranking her third in the league at just 17 years old .
In the 2023–24 season, she added 10 league goals, securing her place among the club’s key attacking options in BFA’s title-winning campaign .
International Experience and Key Contributions
Leah has represented Lebanon across youth and senior levels, including standout performances in international youth tournaments. At the 2022 WAFF Women’s Clubs Championship, she scored 2 goals for Safa and earned joint top scorer honors alongside a WAFF best forward award .
Her performances caught national selectors’ eyes, and she has since earned caps with the senior side, adding depth and attacking energy to Lebanon’s front line .
Playing Style and Strengths
At age 18, Leah combines youthful energy with technical quality and finishing ability. As a forward, she plays centrally or across the frontline, known for:
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Positioning and timing: regularly finding space in the box
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Clinical finishing: converting opportunities efficiently
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Movement off the ball: unlocking tight defenses
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Intimidating presence despite her young age, often testing defenders with pace and confidence
These attributes make her one of SAS’s most dangerous offensive weapons and a rising presence for Lebanon.
Achievements at a Glance
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Third-highest league scorer (13 goals) in 2021–22 season while still a teenager
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Top scorer at WAFF Women’s Clubs Championship in 2022 with 2 goals for Safa, contributing to the club’s tournament win
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Consistent goal scorer in the 2023–24 league season with 10 goals
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Rapid rise from youth academy star to senior national team regular
Future Outlook
Leah appears poised for continued ascendancy. At her age, with technical sharpness and composure in the final third, her goals-per-match ratio will likely improve further. Future goals include:
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Becoming SAS’s main striker in domestic and regional competitions
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Cementing her place in Lebanon’s senior squad, contributing at WAFF and AFC levels
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Attracting broader attention both regionally and potentially in stronger leagues
Conclusion
From Paris to Lebanon, and from youth academy standout to national team contributor, Leah Hachem is establishing herself as one of the most promising attacking talents in Lebanese women’s football. With proven scoring ability, growing experience, and a reputation for bravery in front of goal, she embodies the potential of the next generation—goals, growth, and ambition all wrapped in one.
