Biography
Who is Abdullah Al-Mayouf?
Early life and career beginnings
Abdullah Al-Mayouf was born in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on January 23, 1987. He began his professional football career at Al-Hilal, making his first-team debut on September 22, 2004, in a league match against Al-Ansar after coming off the bench to replace Sami Al-Jaber.
During his early stint with Al-Hilal, he also made appearances in the Arab Champions League before moving on to new opportunities in his club career.
Playing for Al Ahli
On October 31, 2007, Abdullah joined Al-Ahli following his release by Al-Hilal. He made his debut on December 30, 2007, in the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Cup match against Al-Tai, and later made his league debut for the club on January 13, 2010, against Al-Qadsiah.
During his time with Al-Ahli, he scored his first goal for the club on April 27, 2012, in a King Cup match against Al-Faisaly. He also started in the 2012 AFC Champions League Final against Ulsan Hyundai and won multiple domestic titles, including the Saudi Pro League in the 2015-16 season, before leaving the club.
Return to Al Hilal and later teams
On August 13, 2016, Abdullah returned to Al-Hilal by signing a two-year contract. He immediately made his debut against his former club Al-Ahli in the Saudi Super Cup. Throughout his second spell with Al-Hilal, he won numerous trophies, including multiple Saudi Pro League titles and the AFC Champions League, while also scoring a decisive penalty in a King Cup final shootout against Al Wehda in May 2023.
Later in his career, Abdullah signed with Al-Ittihad on September 3, 2023, and subsequently joined Al-Shabab on September 1, 2024, continuing his extensive domestic career as a goalkeeper.
International career and achievements
In June 2018, Abdullah was named in Saudi Arabia's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, where he played in the opening match against the tournament hosts. Following the conclusion of his international commitments, he officially announced his retirement from international football on December 11, 2019.
Over the course of his career, he earned individual recognition such as being named the Saudi Pro League Goalkeeper of the Month on multiple occasions, cementing his status as one of the prominent goalkeepers in Saudi Arabian football history.
Birthday and age
Abdullah Al-Mayouf was born on January 23, 1987, which makes Abdullah 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Abdullah shares the date with 56 other famous people.
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