Moataz Elgammal

News editor

Working as a football journalist was my first childhood dream. I became a journalist and a member of the Egyptian Journalists Syndicate, but covering topics far from the world of sports until the opportunity came in early 2020 when I joined Kooora, and then GOAL.

My memories with football began with Zinedine Zidane's historic triumph in the 1998 World Cup and France's unforgettable win over Brazil in the final, along with the Egyptian league matches and the rivalry between Al Ahly, Zamalek, and Ismaily during that era.

I don't support a specific team in Europe, but I enjoyed watching Milan with "Maldini, Gattuso, Kaka, Pirlo" and was amazed by Barcelona with "Busquets, Iniesta, Xavi, Neymar, Villa, Messi, Suarez", before following Mohamed Salah in his exceptional career with Fiorentina, Roma, and Liverpool.

My unforgettable sports moment was Mohamed Aboutrika's goal in Al Ahly's victory over Sfaxien in the 2006 CAF Champions League final.

My ideal lineup: Buffon; Cafu - Van Dijk - Maldini - Roberto Carlos; Pirlo - Zidane - Iniesta - Kaka; Cristiano Ronaldo - Messi

Articles by Moataz Elgammal
  1. Juve contact Nunez over Serie A return

    Juventus have officially contacted Al-Hilal to explore signing striker Darwin Nunez this summer. With the Uruguayan's Middle East adventure souring since he was excluded from the Saudi Pro League squad list by manager Simone Inzaghi for the rest of the season, a return to Europe hinges on the Italian giants securing Champions League qualification in a tight domestic top-four race.

  2. Conte too intelligent for Italy job, Napoli chief suggests

    Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has revealed he would allow Antonio Conte to leave the club and manage the Italian national team if requested. However, the outspoken owner doubts the move will happen, labelling the federation "completely disorganised". He believes the manager is too smart to accept the role without serious reform and a clear plan from the sport's governing body in Italy.

  3. Como eye another Real Madrid gem

    Como have reportedly identified their next transfer target from the Real Madrid youth academy, aiming to sign highly-rated winger Daniel Yanez. Manager Cesc Fabregas is keen to continue his successful strategy of recruiting from La Fabrica, hoping to secure the teenager's signature following the impressive transitions of fellow prospects Nico Paz and Jacobo Ramon into Serie A.

  4. 'Really happy' Amad backs Carrick for Man Utd job

    Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has given his full backing to interim boss Michael Carrick, urging the club's hierarchy to appoint him on a permanent basis. Following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim in January, the former Red Devils captain stepped in to steady the ship and has since orchestrated a remarkable turnaround, lifting the team to third in the Premier League.

  5. Allegri concedes Serie A title after AC Milan loss

    Massimiliano Allegri has admitted AC Milan are no longer in the race for the Serie A title following a damaging 1-0 loss to Napoli. The Italian manager confirmed the Rossoneri have shifted their entire focus towards securing Champions League qualification, especially after resting key players like Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao backfired at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

  6. Ignacio Lago 2024

    Colon star becomes first Argentine player to come out as gay

    Colon de Santa Fe star Ignacio Lago has shattered boundaries by becoming the first active professional footballer in Argentina to publicly come out as gay. The 23-year-old forward shared this historic and deeply personal moment during a local television broadcast, introducing his partner to the world and marking a monumental cultural shift for the domestic game.

  7. Sporting CP squad 'were happy' Gyokeres left for Arsenal

    Ahead of a highly anticipated Champions League quarter-final clash, Maxi Araujo has clarified that Sporting CP hold no resentment towards Viktor Gyokeres following his summer transfer to Arsenal. The winger emphasised that the entire squad were actually delighted for their former teammate, viewing his move to London as a well-deserved reward for his incredible efforts.

  1. No perfect plan to destroy Real Madrid, says Kompany

    Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has admitted it is impossible to formulate a flawless tactical plan to stop Real Madrid ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash. However, the Belgian coach remains optimistic about the availability of star striker Harry Kane, dismissing fears that the forward has lost his match sharpness despite a recent spell on the sidelines.

  2. Carrick receives Martinez & Dorgu boost

    Manchester United have received a significant double fitness boost as the Premier League season enters its crucial final stages. Head coach Michael Carrick has confirmed that Lisandro Martinez and Patrick Dorgu are stepping up their recoveries and have been included in the squad for a mid-season training camp in Ireland. Martinez returns after a five-game absence, while Dorgu has missed eight fixtures.

  3. Arbeloa refutes claim Bellingham & Mbappe return hinders Madrid

    Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has firmly rejected suggestions that integrating superstars Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham back into his starting XI risks damaging his team's tactical balance. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash against Bayern Munich, the coach defended his star-studded squad, labelling the challenge of fitting the elite duo into his starting line-up as a massive advantage.

  4. Liverpool optimistic over Konate extension

    Liverpool are growing increasingly confident about securing a new long-term deal for Ibrahima Konate, despite lingering interest from Spanish giants Real Madrid. The centre-back, whose current contract is entering its final stages, is highly motivated to sign an agreement and resolve his club future entirely before heading off to the upcoming World Cup.