"Great Wall" El Shenawy Signs New Deal with Al Ahly: A Vital Retention for the Cairo Giants

Al Ahly has successfully extended the contract of its star goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy, which is a huge boost for the Egyptian football giant.

The extension is a relief for Al Ahly supporters, especially with the Club World Cup set to take place in the United States starting June 14.

Contract Extension Confirmed

The news of El Shenawy's contract extension was confirmed by former sporting director Mohamed Ramadan in an interview with Egyptian TV.

The 36-year-old goalkeeper, widely known as the "Great Wall," continues to be a key figure for the Cairo giants.

A Legacy of Excellence

El Shenawy has been a stalwart for Al Ahly since joining the club in 2016. Despite his age, he has shown no signs of slowing down.

His exceptional performances, especially in the CAF Champions League, underline his importance to the team.

Throughout his career with Al Ahly, El Shenawy has played 325 matches across all competitions, conceding 205 goals while keeping an impressive 179 clean sheets.

Both teammates and supporters respect him for his dependability and constancy.