Name: Wael Kamel Gomaa El Hawty وائل جمعة


Country: Egypt
Club: Al Ahly SC
Position: *CB, SWP
Side: RF/BS
Age: 31-35 years (03/08/1975)

Height: 184 cm
Weight: 79 kg

Attack: 65
Defence: 86
Balance: 87
Stamina: 78
Top Speed: 72
Acceleration: 75
Response: 84
Agility: 72
Dribble Accuracy: 69
Dribble Speed: 63
Short Pass Accuracy: 77
Short Pass Speed: 75
Long Pass Accuracy: 79
Long Pass Speed: 75
Shot Accuracy: 64
Shot Power: 79
Shot Technique: 63
Free Kick Accuracy: 62
Curling: 59
Header: 84
Jump: 82
Technique: 74
Aggression: 70
Mentality: 78
Goalkeeper Skills: 50
Team Work: 76

Injury Tolerance: B
Condition/Fitness: 6
Weak Foot Accuracy: 5
Weak Foot Frequency: 5
Consistency: 6
Growth type: Late peak

CARDS:
S07 - Man Marking
S08 - Slide Tackle

SPECIAL ABILITIES: Marking - Sliding

Attack/Defence Awareness Card: Defence Minded


INFO:

Wael Gomaa, the rock-solid Egyptian defender born in 1975, is considered one of the greatest defenders in African football history. His true football journey began when he caught everyone's attention with his outstanding performances for Ghazl El Mahalla during the 2000-2001 season, leading to his move to Al Ahly, where he began an extraordinary chapter of glory. He made his debut for Al Ahly in a friendly match against Real Madrid, followed by his first official appearance in the CAF Champions League, establishing a long career that made him an icon of consistency and leadership in the backline. Known for his passing accuracy and ability to score from corners and free kicks, he also possessed immense heading power, which was clearly evident in his decisive goals on the African stage, and he was also distinguished by his precise timing when sliding to intercept the ball. He was not just a traditional defender, but a player who combined defensive solidity with offensive contributions, earning him a special place among Al Ahly and Egypt national team fans. Even European clubs showed interest in his abilities, as he underwent a trial period with England's Blackburn Rovers during the 2006-2007 season. On the international stage, he earned his first cap for Egypt in 2001, later becoming a cornerstone of the golden generation that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2006, 2008, and 2010. During those tournaments, he played nearly every match and successfully neutralized elite African forwards who played in Europe’s top leagues, such as Drogba, Eto'o, Manucho, and Lomana LuaLua, earning him the Best Defender award in those editions. Thanks to his consistent performances and being selected three times in the CAF Team of the Year, he cemented his name among the continent's greats. He retired in 2014 after winning 26 trophies with Al Ahly, including six CAF Champions League titles, and earning 113 caps for Egypt, leaving behind a magnificent legacy as one of the most decorated and respected defenders in African and Arab football history.