Walid Salah El-Din
Egyptian association football player
Egypt
Midfielder
Walid Salah El-Din: profile
Walid Salah El-Din (born 27 October 1971 in Cairo, Egypt) is a former Egyptian footballer who played as a midfielder.
El-Din made the step into senior football with Al Ahly SC in 1989. He played for 3 clubs in 2 countries between 1989 and 2005. His most appearances came at Al Ahly SC (1989–2003), where he made 297 appearances and scored 50 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 303 appearances and 52 goals.
At international level, El-Din represented Egypt (1996–2001), earning 24 caps and scoring 2 goals.
Cairo has produced 180 footballers in our database, including Omar Marmoush, Mido and Omar Gaber.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1996 (aged about 25)
- Club career
- 1989–2005 (17 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 2: Egypt and Saudi Arabia
- Club goals per game
- 0.17 (52 in 303)
- Latest move
- Al Ittihad Alexandria Club (2003)
- Shares a birthday with
- Stephan El Shaarawy, Maria Mutola and Badou Ndiaye (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–2003 | Al Ahly SC |
Egyptian Premier League | 297 | 50 |
| 2003–2004 | Al Ittihad Alexandria Club |
Egyptian Premier League | 6 | 2 |
| 2003–2005 |  Al Ittihad FC |
Saudi Pro League | – | – |
| Total | 303 | 52 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2001 | Egypt |
Senior | 24 | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Walid Salah El-Din?
Walid Salah El-Din was born on 27 October 1971, which makes him 54 years old.
Where was Walid Salah El-Din born?
Walid Salah El-Din was born in Cairo, Egypt.
Which national team does Walid Salah El-Din play for?
Walid Salah El-Din played international football for Egypt. He has 24 caps and 2 goals on record.
Which clubs has Walid Salah El-Din played for?
Walid Salah El-Din's recorded clubs are Al Ahly SC, Al Ittihad Alexandria Club and Al Ittihad FC.
What position does Walid Salah El-Din play?
Walid Salah El-Din played as a midfielder.
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