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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. Sunderland transfer for Methalie stalling over failed medical tests

    Sunderland's anticipated move for Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie is currently on the brink of complete collapse. The young full-back has unfortunately failed his medical examinations ahead of his proposed switch to the Stadium of Light, forcing him to return to France. This unexpected development serves as a significant obstacle for the Black Cats just before the new season starts.

  2. 'I see that fire' - Arteta ready for title defence

    Mikel Arteta has boldly outlined his grand vision to transform Premier League champions Arsenal into the absolute best club in the world. As they prepare to vigorously defend their crown, the manager and chief executive have promised to aggressively target elite transfers, aiming to build an unstoppable squad capable of total global dominance.

  3. Premier League chief explains delay in Man City's 115 charges

    Premier League chief executive Richard Masters has publicly acknowledged the growing frustration surrounding the long-awaited verdict on Manchester City’s 115 alleged financial breaches. Despite the hearing concluding in late 2024, a final decision has yet to be reached, prompting Masters to address these ongoing delays while assuring fans that the standard independent process is being followed.

  4. Rodri reveals exactly why he chose Barcelona over Real Madrid

    Rodrigo Hernández has officially been presented as a Barcelona player and opened up about his decision to join the Catalan giants. The Spanish midfielder, who signed a contract until 2030 after leaving Manchester City, admitted he had another major offer from Real Madrid on the table, but insisted that moving to the Spotify Camp Nou was always his absolute priority this summer.

  5. Liverpool legend demands up to five new vital transfer deals

    Liverpool still require significant reinforcements ahead of the new Premier League campaign, according to former club captain Phil Thompson. The ex-defender believes that the current squad lacks the necessary depth, specifically demanding four or five additional signings to ensure that new manager Andoni Iraola can successfully challenge for the title this season.

  6. Gavi rejects Man Utd transfer to stay at Barcelona

    Manchester United have suffered a significant blow in the summer transfer window after Barcelona midfielder Gavi firmly rejected their advances. Manager Michael Carrick had identified the Spanish international as a prime target to bolster his midfield, but the youngster is fully committed to the Catalan giants and is now in line for a fresh contract at Camp Nou.

  7. £40m West Ham star nears swift Premier League return

    Brentford are on the verge of securing the signature of West Ham defender El Hadji Malick Diouf in a highly lucrative £40m transfer. The London club have reportedly submitted a substantial bid for the talented left-back, who is eager to secure a swift return to the Premier League following West Ham's recent relegation to the Championship at the end of last season.

  1. Ten-man Lens stun PSG win Champions Trophy

    Florian Thauvin scored a decisive first-half goal as Lens pulled off a major upset to defeat Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Trophée des Champions on Sunday. Despite going down to 10 men just before half-time, the hosts defended heroically to frustrate Luis Enrique’s side and secure the first piece of domestic silverware of the season in front of a passionate home crowd.

  2. Barcelona seal £65m Rodri deal

    Barcelona have reached a massive agreement to sign star midfielder Rodri from Manchester City on a four-year contract. The Spanish giants will pay a significant fee to secure the recent Ballon d'Or winner, ending his highly successful seven-year spell in England. Meanwhile, Enzo Maresca is already planning to replace him by targeting Chelsea standout Enzo Fernandez.

  3. Official: Scotland appoint Pocognoli as new head coach

    Scotland have officially confirmed the appointment of Sebastien Pocognoli as their new head coach on a two-year contract. The former Monaco manager replaces Steve Clarke, who departed following a disappointing group-stage elimination at the recent World Cup. Pocognoli now faces the immediate task of preparing the national team for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.

  4. LFCTV apologises after showing gruesome Como player injury live

    Liverpool's pre-season preparations took a gruesome turn on Sunday when their behind-closed-doors friendly match against Italian side Como was marred by a horrific injury. Alberto Dossena suffered a severe dislocated finger during the goalless draw, prompting the club's official broadcast channel, LFCTV, to issue an immediate on-air apology to their viewers.

  5. 'A real gem' - Arsenal fans praise Christos Tzolis after two assists

    Arsenal supporters are celebrating their new summer acquisition, Christos Tzolis, after the winger delivered an outstanding performance to help secure a 3-0 Community Shield triumph over Man City today. The Greek forward provided two crucial assists, instantly winning over the fans and proving exactly why Mikel Arteta brought him to the Emirates Stadium.

  6. Arteta drops huge transfer hint in Community Shield squad

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta sent a clear message regarding the futures of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri by leaving them out of his Community Shield squad. With Arsenal currently leading Manchester City 2-0 in the first half, the surprising omission comes amid intense speculation that the three players could leave the club before the window closes.