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Khaled Mahmoud

My journey in journalism began in 2013 across various departments until I specialised in sports journalism in 2015 when I found my greatest passion there, focusing on covering major European leagues. 

Over the past years, I have combined covering major football tournaments with tennis, a game I love dearly and find in it the peace and elegance I wish to see in all sports.

My passion for football started with the 1998 World Cup, which I consider the best of all time, with the great stars who participated and the historic matches played across France. 

I became attached to tennis starting in 2005, specifically since watching my first tournament on the clay courts at Roland Garros, which holds a special place in my heart. With the overwhelming popularity of football worldwide, my goal has become to elevate the popularity of tennis to a similar level, especially since it already has a significant following in the Arab world. As for my favourite player, it is the Swiss Roger Federer.

Articles by Khaled Mahmoud
  1. Rice: Kane is 'just ridiculous' after England win

    Declan Rice has hailed "ridiculous" Harry Kane as a "proper leader" after the captain’s clinical brace rescued England from a potential World Cup disaster against DR Congo. The Three Lions midfielder admitted he was left stunned by Kane’s finishing ability as Thomas Tuchel's side secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory to reach the round of 16.

  2. Tuchel finds belief in England comeback

    Thomas Tuchel has urged his England side to use their dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Congo DR as a springboard for the rest of the World Cup. The Three Lions survived a significant scare in the round of 32, requiring a late rescue act from their captain to avoid a humiliating exit.

  3. Laporta confirms Alvarez bid and slams Atleti

    Barcelona president Joan Laporta has publicly confirmed that the Catalan giants have launched a formal transfer bid for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. The Blaugrana chief revealed that the World Cup winner is eager to make the move to Camp Nou, though negotiations have hit a major stumbling block due to the capital club's firm stance.

  1. Sano: Brazil loss proves Japan 'not good enough'

    Japan midfielder Kaishu Sano has delivered a sobering assessment of the Samurai Blue's World Cup exit, insisting that performing well is no substitute for winning after a dramatic knockout defeat to Brazil. Despite a valiant effort that saw them push the South American giants to the limit, the 2026 World Cup journey ended in heartbreak for Hajime Moriyasu's side.

  2. Lineker backs Deschamps for World Cup glory

    Gary Lineker has named France as the outright favourites to win the World Cup, insisting that there is no manager in international football better suited to lifting the trophy than Didier Deschamps. The former England striker praised the leadership of the Les Bleus boss while simultaneously hitting out at FIFA for a controversial decision regarding the French national team.

  3. Fenerbahce offer Greenwood huge salary to beat Roma

    Mason Greenwood has reportedly issued a blunt "let me go" plea to Marseille as the race for his signature intensifies between European heavyweights. While the forward has long been linked with a move to Serie A's Roma, a lucrative alternative from Fenerbahçe has emerged that could completely derail the plans of his primary suitors in Italy.

  4. Rosenior set for Paris FC move

    Liam Rosenior is on the verge of a return to the technical area as he prepares to take over the reins at Ligue 1 outfit Paris FC. The former Chelsea head coach has been out of work since his brief and difficult tenure at Stamford Bridge came to a disappointing end earlier this year.