Talal El Karkouri (Arabic: طلال القرقوري, born 8 July 1976) is a Moroccan former professional footballer and currently coach of Qatar Stars League club Umm Salal SC.

He made his international debut for Morocco in 2000, and earned 53 caps, playing at three African Cups of Nations.

Reading boss Steve Coppell accused El Karkouri of faking a 'death roll' and claimed that he would have needed treatment in intensive care had Lita headbutted him.

On 10 June 2007, following his release and Charlton's relegation, El Karkouri signed a two-year contract with Qatar Sports Club.

[10] On 11 September 2011, after four seasons with Qatar SC, El Karkouri signed a one-year deal with another Qatari club, Umm-Salal.