Softfootball understands that 18-year-old Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim, listed internationally as Abdelkader, has made historical past by turning into the youngest participant ever to characterize Egypt on the FIFA World Cup following his look on the 2026 event.
The achievement marks one other milestone within the teen’s fast growth, with Abdelkarim already attracting vital consideration at membership stage.
Barcelona initially secured the ahead on mortgage from Egyptian giants Al Ahly after suggestions from sporting director Deco and head of scouting João Amaral, each of whom seen him as one of the promising younger abilities in African soccer.
Impressed by his progress and potential, the Catalan membership have now activated the €1.5 million buy choice included within the settlement, making his transfer everlasting. The deal highlights Barcelona’s continued technique of figuring out and growing rising abilities at comparatively low prices.
Abdelkarim’s rising repute was additional underlined throughout the World Cup, the place he was pictured in motion sporting Egypt’s iconic quantity 9 jersey. His involvement on soccer’s largest stage displays the boldness positioned in him by each his nationwide workforce and membership.
With historical past already made at simply 18 years of age, Abdelkarim’s breakthrough 12 months has positioned him as certainly one of Egypt’s brightest prospects and a participant to observe intently within the years forward.
