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Al-Ahram Weekly
6 days ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Abdallah El-Said signs new two-year Zamalek contract
Veteran midfielder Abdallah El-Said has extended his contract with Zamalek by two more seasons to stay at the club until the summer of 2027, the Cairo club announced on Thursday. The White Knights marked the announcement with a video shared on social media, titled "The story is still unfolding. We are the kings, we are Zamalek," featuring tributes from El-Said's teammates and newly appointed coach Yannick Ferrera. The 40-year-old playmaker joined Zamalek in January 2024 on an initial 18-month deal from Pyramids FC where he made183 appearances, scoring 47 goals and provided 44 assists across all competitions. . During his spell at Zamalek, El-Said has become an influential player, featuring in 58 matches, during which he scored 13 goals and provided eight assists, helping the club lift the CAF Confederation Cup, CAF Super Cup and Egypt Cup titles. The extension is part of Zamalek overhaul following a disappointing campaign that saw them finish third in the Egyptian Premier League and exit the CAF Confederation Cup at the quarter-final stage. The club started their rebuild last month by appointing Belgian coach Ferrera and signing Pharco FC duo Ahmed Sherif and Amr Nasser, along with goalkeeper El-Mahdi Soliman and Angolan winger Chico Banza. The new Egyptian Premier League season is set to kick off on 8 August. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Saba Yemen
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Saba Yemen
Zamalek signs Belgian Coach Ferreira for new season
Cairo - SABA: Egyptian football club Zamalek officially announced Friday the signing of Belgian coach Yannick Ferreira as their new head coach for the upcoming season, replacing interim coach Ayman El-Ramady. The appointment followed negotiations led by Zamalek's sporting director John Edward in coordination with the club's board of directors, with Ferreira selected from among several candidates for the position. The one-season contract will see Ferreira take charge of the White Knights as they prepare for domestic and continental competitions next season. Zamalek plans to hold a press conference in coming days to reveal full details of the technical plan and preseason preparations under their new Belgian manager. Ferreira brings extensive African coaching experience having previously managed clubs in Morocco and Tunisia along with European positions in Belgium and Portugal Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Al-Ahram Weekly
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Zamalek legend Shikabala announces retirement - Egyptian Football
Zamalek's iconic skipper and fan favourite, Mahmoud 'Shikabala' Abdel-Razek, announced on Thursday his retirement from professional football, marking the end of a legendary two-decade career that cemented his status as one of Egypt's most celebrated players. The 39-year-old star, known for his exceptional skills and contributions to Egyptian football, made the announcement in a video posted on his official Facebook account, stating, "The journey has ended, and another will begin from the stands," as he bid farewell to Zamalek's supporters, known as the "White Knights." Shikabala explained that he had already made up his mind about retirement. "I previously said that the current season would be my last, and I feel that I have given everything. The journey has ended, and Zamalek fans are happy because I can no longer give more," he said in an interview with MBC Masr 2. He clarified that there were no discussions with Zamalek officials regarding the continuation of his career, despite having a contract for an additional season. "My journey with Zamalek fans will not end despite retirement," he said. He revealed that former Zamalek player Ahmed Hossam Mido tried to convince him to reverse his retirement decision. "I told him that I made this decision a year ago, and although there was pressure, I see that this is the right time to decide what I will do," Shikabala added, stressing that his decision is final and that he is looking forward to his new journey from the stands. Shikabala's decision to hang up his boots marks the conclusion of a remarkable career that spanned over two decades, during which he became one of the most decorated players in Zamalek's history, securing 18 titles, including four Egyptian Premier League championships and five Egypt Cups. His last competitive match was a triumphant victory in the Egypt Cup final against Pyramids FC in June 2025, where he played a pivotal role in leading his team to glory. Shikabala began his career with Zamalek in 1996 after joining from Aswan Youth and was promoted to the first team in 2002. He had a stint with Greek club PAOK before returning to Zamalek in 2006. After that, he went out on loan to Emirati club Al-Wasl and later played professionally for Sporting Lisbon in Portugal. He then returned to Zamalek and was loaned out to Ismaily, Al-Raed in Saudi Arabia, and Apollon in Greece. Since 2019, he has continued to play for Zamalek, leading them to win the 2025 Egypt Cup title against Pyramids with a decisive penalty kick. The Zamalek captain played 396 matches for the team, scoring 70 goals and ranking eighth in Zamalek's historical list of top scorers. He also provided 89 assists during his career. Zamalek have announced plans to honour Shikabala with a special tribute match, details of which will be announced in due course. The club expressed their gratitude for his service and wished him well in his future endeavours. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Egypt Today
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Mohamed Ramadan Drops ‘Ana Ra'esha' as a Fiery Tribute to Shikabala & Zamalek's Egypt Cup Victory
In celebration of Zamalek's 29th Egypt Cup win, Mohamed Ramadan dedicates his latest track 'Ana Ra'esha' to captain Shikabala and the White Knights—turning football glory into musical fire.
Al-Ahram Weekly
11-04-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Defender Mahmoud ‘El-Wensh' signs new deal with Zamalek - Egyptian Football
Zamalek international defender Mahmoud 'El-Wensh' Hamdi has ended speculation surrounding his future after signing a three-year contract extension with the club, the Cairo giants announced on Friday. El-Wensh, who was out of contract at the end of this season, will remain at the White Knights until the end of the 2027–2028 season. The 29-year-old center-back, who joined Zamalek in summer 2016 from Tala'ea El-Gaish, has now committed to a 12-year stint with the White Knights by the end of his new deal. Throughout his nine seasons with Zamalek, El-Wensh has played 235 matches across all competitions, contributing to 14 goals and helping the team secure 11 titles (7 domestic and 6 continental). The defender made his return to action this season after suffering a cruciate ligament tear in February 2024, an injury that followed an earlier partial tear of the same ligament. Since his recovery, he has featured in 21 matches and even scored a goal against Gouna in the Egypt Capital Cup. El-Wensh has already helped his teams secure two league titles, along with two CAF Confederation Cups, and two CAF Super Cups. Additionally, he has also helped the team secure three Egypt Cup trophies and two Egyptian Super Cups, further cementing his role as one of the club's standout players. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
