Biography
Who is Ahmed Elmohamady?
Early life and football beginnings
Ahmed Elmohamady was born in El Mahalla El Kubra, Egypt. He began his football path with Ghazl El-Mahalla, where he initially played as a striker in the youth system before transitioning to the first team. Eventually, he moved to ENPPI SC. During his tenure at ENPPI, he shifted his position on the pitch to become a right-sided defender.
His performances attracted interest from various European teams. In 2008, he completed a five-day trial with Blackburn Rovers, though a deal did not follow. Other early transfer attempts to clubs like Hertha BSC and Rapid București also did not materialize, as ENPPI held firm on their requirements.
English club career
In 2010, the defender moved to the Premier League to join Sunderland, initially arriving on a loan agreement from his Egyptian club. He impressed during his time on Wearside and signed a permanent deal in 2011 for a fee of £2 million. Throughout his English career, Ahmed played for both Sunderland and Hull City, accumulating over 240 league appearances.
During his time with Hull City, he earned promotion to the Premier League multiple times. He was voted the club's Player of the Year for the 2012-13 season. He also scored his first goal for Sunderland against West Bromwich Albion in October 2011.
Time at Aston Villa
The athlete signed for Aston Villa in 2017, reuniting with his former manager Steve Bruce. He made his debut for the club against his former team, Hull City. He played a significant role in the club's success, including their victory in the 2019 EFL Championship play-off final against Derby County.
His contributions included providing the assist for the opening goal in that match. He scored his first Premier League goal for the team against Newcastle United in June 2020. His playing time at Aston Villa concluded after the 2020-21 season.
International career
On the international stage, Ahmed first represented the Egyptian national team in 2007, making his debut in a friendly against Ivory Coast. Over the course of his career, he earned 92 caps for his country. He was an integral part of the squads that secured the Africa Cup of Nations titles in 2008 and 2010.
Also, he held the captaincy for the national team until 2019, consistently playing as either a right-back or a winger during these international campaigns. He also participated in the 2009 Confederations Cup.
Post-career and personal life
Following his retirement from professional football, Ahmed maintained his connection to the sport by returning to Aston Villa. He initially served as a club ambassador before moving into a full-time position within the club's commercial department starting in September 2023.
In his personal life, he is married to Hiba Elawadi, who works as a fashion designer. The couple has a son and a daughter, and they have made their home in Farnham. He is a practicing Muslim.
Birthday and age
Ahmed Elmohamady was born on September 9, 1987, which makes Ahmed 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Ahmed shares the date with 63 other famous people.
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