Nojmeh

Nojmeh, also spelled Nejmeh (Arabic: نادي النجمة), is a Lebanese professional football club based in Beirut. It is one of the country’s most recognizable and successful teams, competing in the Lebanese Premier League. The club colors are red and white, and its crest features a stylized star, reflecting the meaning of its name. Nojmeh has a large, nationwide fan base and has contributed many players to the Lebanon national team.

The club’s history dates to the mid-20th century, and it has remained a regular participant in Lebanon’s top division for decades. Nojmeh has won multiple domestic titles, including league championships and cup competitions, and has represented Lebanon in regional tournaments such as the AFC Cup. The organization also emphasizes youth development and maintains a pipeline of players who advance to national and international stages.

Nojmeh’s principal rival is Al Ansar, with whom it contests the Beirut derby, one of Lebanon’s most storied football fixtures. The matchups between the two clubs attract large crowds and heightened local interest. Home matches are primarily staged in Beirut at major venues, including the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium, with occasional games at other municipal or national stadiums in the city.

Over the years, Nojmeh has been associated with players who have represented Lebanon at the international level and with coaches who have contributed to its competitive standing. The club remains a central part of Lebanon’s football culture and a consistent presence in domestic and regional competitions.