14 Facts About Wael Gomaa

Wael Kamel Gomaa El Hawty is an Egyptian retired professional footballer who played as a centre-back.

Wael Gomaa is regarded as one of the best African defenders of all time.

Wael Gomaa made his debut for Al Ahly in a friendly match against Real Madrid in August 2001.

Wael Gomaa is known for his passing accuracy and the ability to score from corners and free kicks.

In February 2014, Wael Gomaa announced that he would retire from football at the end of the season.

Wael Gomaa won 26 trophies with Al Ahly including six CAF Champions League titles.

Wael Gomaa won 113 caps for Egypt, helping the Pharaohs clinch three Africa Cup of Nations titles.

Wael Gomaa made his international debut on 26 April 2001 in a friendly match against South Korea.

Wael Gomaa was pivotal in the Egypt national team's African Cup of Nations in 2006,2008 and 2010.

Wael Gomaa appeared in every match for the Egyptian side in both tournaments, defending against top European league players such as Drogba, Eto'o, Manucho and Lomana LuaLua.

Wael Gomaa was chosen by CAF in Best Africa XI three times, in 2006,2008 and 2010.

Wael Gomaa participated with Egypt in FIFA Confederations Cup and appeared in every match for the Egyptian side.

Wael Gomaa made his 100th International appearance for Egypt when Egypt played against Uganda on 8 January 2011 in the 2011 Nile Basin Tournament.

In March 2014, Wael Gomaa starred in a Coca-Cola advertisement that saw him get a lot of praise for his good spirit as he acted numerous different characters that had a chance to go to the FIFA World Cup with Coca-Cola after Egypt failed to qualify for the tournament.