The Al Ahly branch in New Cairo held a special celebration for the birthday of Mahmoud El Khatib, the club's president, which took place this evening at the club's headquarters in the Fifth Settlement.
Several club and company leaders attended the event to congratulate Mahmoud El Khatib in a warm and appreciative atmosphere, capturing memorable photos.
El Khatib, known by the nickname "Bibo," is a unique example of football excellence and administrative success. He left an unforgettable mark as a player on the pitch and continued to serve the Red Castle from a leadership position, remaining one of the most prominent figures in Al Ahly's history.
Mahmoud El Khatib: 16 Years of Brilliance in Al Ahly's Jersey
Mahmoud El Khatib's career with the first team of Al Ahly lasted 16 years, from 1972 to 1988, during which he delivered outstanding performances thanks to his technical skills and ability to create and score goals, becoming one of the top scorers in the history of Egyptian football.
During this period, Bibo successfully led Al Ahly to achieve numerous local and continental titles, with his most notable collective achievements as follows:
Egyptian Premier League: crowned the title 10 times.
Egypt Cup: won the tournament 5 times.
CAF Champions League: claimed the title twice in 1982 and 1987.
CAF Cup Winners' Cup: won the tournament 3 consecutive times in 1984, 1985, and 1986.
