Mohamed Sobhy

Egyptian footballer, Egypt national team player

Mohamed Sobhy - Egyptian footballer, Egypt national team player
Born

July 15th, 1999
25 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Egypt

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A professional footballer from Egypt, played as a midfielder. Throughout his career, has represented club teams in Egypt and participated in international competitions for the national team. Developed skills in youth academies before making professional debut. Contributed to team strategies and played key roles in various matches.

Represented Egypt in international matches

Played for prominent Egyptian clubs

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