Shahenda El Maghrabi is no longer simply an Egyptian referee participating in international matches. She has become one of the most prominent names representing Egyptian refereeing at continental and global events after building an impressive career filled with appearances in major women’s football tournaments. ⭐
The Egyptian referee has established herself strongly within the refereeing system through accumulated experience and continuous technical and physical development, becoming one of the leading figures in women’s refereeing across Africa and the Arab world.
From Alexandria to the International Stage 🇪🇬
Shahenda Saad Ali El Maghrabi, who was born in Alexandria on December 14, 1991, began her refereeing career in 2014 before progressing through the various levels of refereeing and continuing to develop her abilities until she received her international badge in 2017.
Receiving the international badge represented an important turning point in her career, allowing her to participate in international tournaments and represent Egypt in major competitions.
Her achievements were not limited to women’s football, as she became the first Egyptian female referee to officiate a men’s Egyptian Premier League match as the main referee, a historic achievement that reflects the level of trust she earned within the Egyptian refereeing system. 🔥
Strong Presence in African Competitions 🏆
At the continental level, Shahenda El Maghrabi has made a clear impact in women’s football competitions after participating in the CAF Women’s Champions League since the tournament’s launch and appearing in six different editions.
The Egyptian referee has also participated in three editions of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in 2022, 2024 and 2026, maintaining a regular presence in one of the continent’s most important competitions.
Her participation in the latest Women’s Africa Cup of Nations became a major milestone in her career after she officiated six matches during the tournament, including the final between Cameroon and Mali.
A Historic Achievement in the Africa Cup of Nations Final ⭐
Shahenda El Maghrabi’s appointment to officiate the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final between Cameroon and Mali became one of the most important moments of her refereeing career, as she made history by becoming the first Egyptian and Arab female referee to officiate the final of the competition.
The achievement was more than an ordinary appearance. It came after years of work, development and consistency, while also reflecting the position the Egyptian referee has reached within African refereeing.
Her achievement also provides a major boost for women’s refereeing in Egypt, particularly as African and Arab referees continue to receive greater opportunities to officiate major matches. 📢
Presence at the Women’s World Cup
Shahenda El Maghrabi’s success did not stop at the continental level. It also extended to the global stage after she was selected to represent Egypt at the FIFA Women’s U-20 World Cup in Colombia.
During the global tournament, the Egyptian referee officiated four matches, including the third-place playoff between the United States and the Netherlands, adding valuable international experience to her refereeing record.
The appearance demonstrated that Shahenda has developed the experience required to handle highly competitive matches at both continental and international levels.
New FIFA Recognition 🌍
FIFA continued to place its trust in the Egyptian referee after selecting Shahenda El Maghrabi among the final list of African and Arab referees for the Women’s U-17 World Cup.
Morocco is scheduled to host the tournament from October 17 to November 7, giving Shahenda another opportunity to take part in a major global competition and add a new experience to her international career.
The selection reflects the development achieved by the Egyptian referee and confirms that women’s refereeing in Egypt has officials capable of competing and performing at the highest level of international football.
Shahenda El Maghrabi.. A Model of Egyptian Ambition ✨
Shahenda El Maghrabi’s career provides a clear example of the ability of Egyptian female referees to reach the highest levels through continuous work, development and maintaining strong technical and physical readiness.
With her continental and international appearances continuing, the Egyptian referee appears to have another opportunity to add new achievements to her record and raise Egypt’s name on the international sporting stage.
The question now is: How far can Shahenda El Maghrabi continue writing history and reach more continental and global finals? 🇪🇬🔥 Share your opinion and support the Egyptian talents who are raising Egypt’s name at international sporting events.
