Full Name: Mahmoud Hamdi El-Wench
Date of Birth: June 1, 1995
Nationality: Egyptian
Position: Center-Back (CB)
Shirt Number: 28
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 72 kg
Current Club: Zamalek SC
National Team: Egypt
Current Coach: Marco Rose (at Zamalek)

Professional Career:

Zamalek SC (2016 - Present):
Mahmoud Hamdi El-Wench joined the first team of Zamalek SC in the 2016 season after impressing in the club’s youth teams. Since his debut for the first team, he has become one of the top central defenders in the Egyptian Premier League. El-Wench is known for his excellent defensive skills, ability to read the game, and his contributions to building attacks from the back. His strong presence in defense has made him a key figure in the team's lineup.

Domestic and International Career:

• El-Wench started his career with Zamalek in 2016 and has played a pivotal role in helping the club win many local and continental titles.
• He has won several trophies with Zamalek, including the Egyptian Premier League, Egyptian Cup, Egyptian Super Cup, CAF Champions League, and CAF Super Cup.
• El-Wench has consistently contributed to the team's solid defensive performances, earning him a regular spot in the starting lineup.

Major Achievements with Zamalek:

• Egyptian Premier League: Won the title in the 2020-2021 season.
• Egyptian Cup: Multiple-time winner, including the 2018-2019 season.
• Egyptian Super Cup: Winner of several Egyptian Super Cup titles.
• CAF Champions League: Played a key role in Zamalek’s victory in the 2016 CAF Champions League.
• CAF Super Cup: Winner of the CAF Super Cup in 2019.

International Career with Egypt:

Mahmoud Hamdi El-Wench has been called up to the Egypt national team on multiple occasions, proving his worth as a key central defender. He was part of the squad during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, as well as in the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Despite competition for the central defender position, El-Wench has consistently earned the trust of the national team coach due to his strength, composure, and defensive quality.

Playing Style:

• Defensive Solidity:
  El-Wench is known for his solid defensive abilities, especially in aerial duels. He is excellent at handling crosses and set-pieces, making him a dominant force in defense.

• Long Passes:
  El-Wench can execute long, accurate passes to launch counter-attacks, which makes him a valuable player in building play from the back.

• Calmness and Focus:
  He remains calm under pressure and makes important defensive decisions, even in high-stress moments.

• Set-Piece Threat:
  El-Wench is a danger in set-piece situations, especially from corners, where he often poses a goal-scoring threat.

Personal Traits:

• Professionalism and Seriousness:
  El-Wench is known for his professional attitude, both in training and during matches, always putting the team’s interests first.

• Humility and Teamwork:
  Despite his status as a key player, El-Wench is very humble and is well-liked by his teammates and coaching staff. He is considered a positive influence in the dressing room.

• Leadership:
  Although not the team captain, El-Wench exhibits leadership qualities on the pitch. His defensive reliability makes him a backbone of the team’s defensive line.

Future:

Mahmoud Hamdi El-Wench aims to continue his career with Zamalek SC and the Egyptian national team, looking to achieve more titles at the club level and contribute to further international success with Egypt. His future in football looks promising as long as he continues to perform at the high level he is known for.