Hassan Mustafa

Full Professional Biography of Hassan Mustafa

Personal Information:

• Full Name: Hassan Mustafa Hassan Abdelrahman
• Date of Birth: November 20, 1979 (Age: 45)
• Place of Birth: Warraq, Giza, Egypt
• Height: 1.72 meters (5 feet 7 1⁄2 inches)
• Position: Midfielder
• Nationality: Egyptian
• Nickname: "The Man with Three Lungs", "The Shuttle"

Playing Career:

1. Al-Ittihad Alexandria (2000–2003):
Hassan Mustafa began his professional career in Egyptian football with Al-Ittihad Alexandria in the 2000–2001 season. It was a solid start for him, where he played 30 matches but did not score any goals during his time at the club.

2. Al Ahly (2003–2009):
In 2003, Hassan Mustafa moved to Al Ahly, one of Egypt and Africa's biggest clubs. During his time at Al Ahly, he proved himself as a key midfielder, contributing to the team's success in domestic and continental competitions.
During his tenure, he was part of the team that won several titles, including:

• CAF Champions League
• Egyptian Premier League
• Egyptian Cup
• Egyptian Super Cup
  However, despite his significant contributions, he didn't score any goals during his time at Al Ahly.

3. Al Wahda (Loan 2007–2008):
In the 2007–2008 season, Hassan Mustafa was loaned to Al Wahda FC in Saudi Arabia. He played 23 matches for the club during his one-season loan.

4. Ittihad El-Shorta (Loan 2009):
In 2009, Hassan Mustafa was again loaned out, this time to Ittihad El-Shorta, where he appeared in 14 matches.

5. Zamalek (2009–2011):
After leaving Al Ahly, Hassan Mustafa moved to Zamalek, the rival Egyptian club. He played with Zamalek for two seasons, making 42 appearances and scoring 3 goals.

6. Wadi Degla (2011–2012):
Following his time at Zamalek, Hassan Mustafa joined Wadi Degla in the 2011–2012 season, where he played 8 matches.

7. El Dakhleya (2012–2013):
In 2012–2013, he joined El Dakhleya, playing 5 matches without scoring any goals.

8. Ghazl El Mahalla (2013–2014):
Hassan Mustafa's final club as a player was Ghazl El Mahalla, where he played 19 matches before retiring from professional football in 2014.

International Career:

1. Egypt National Team (2003–2009):
Hassan Mustafa represented the Egypt national team from 2003 to 2009, earning 28 caps and scoring 2 goals.
He was part of the Egypt team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2006 and 2008, two of Egypt's golden years in football.

• 2006: The tournament held in Egypt, where the national team won the continental title under coach Hassan Shehata.
• 2008: Egypt successfully defended their title in Ghana, cementing their status as the top team in Africa.

Achievements:

With Al Ahly:

• CAF Champions League: 2005, 2006, 2008
• Egyptian Premier League: 2003–2004, 2005–2006, 2007–2008, 2008–2009
• Egyptian Cup: 2006, 2007
• Egyptian Super Cup: 2005, 2006, 2007

With Zamalek:

• While his time at Zamalek was short, he helped the team win the Egyptian Super Cup in 2010.

With Egypt:

• Africa Cup of Nations: 2006, 2008

Coaching Career:

After retiring as a player, Hassan Mustafa transitioned into coaching, beginning his journey as an assistant coach at various Egyptian clubs:

1. Zamalek (2014):
   After retiring, he started his coaching career as an assistant coach at Zamalek.

2. Ittihad Alexandria (2014–2015):
   He continued his coaching journey as an assistant coach at Ittihad Alexandria.

3. Al Masry (2015–2018):
   Hassan Mustafa worked as an assistant coach at Al Masry for three years.

4. Pyramids FC (2018–2019):
   He also worked as an assistant coach at Pyramids FC, a relatively new club in Egyptian football.

5. Smouha SC (2019–Present):
   Since 2019, Hassan Mustafa has been an assistant coach at Smouha SC.

Skills and Characteristics:

• "The Man with Three Lungs" Nickname:
  Hassan Mustafa earned the nickname "The Man with Three Lungs" due to his incredible stamina and ability to run tirelessly throughout the entire match, making him one of Egypt's top midfielders.

• Defensive and Offensive Contributions:
  Known for his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively, he was a strategic player who could initiate attacks and help in defending when needed.

• Tactical Discipline:
  Always played according to the coach's tactical plan, he was known for his intelligence in midfield, controlling the tempo and rhythm of the game.

• Physical Strength and High Fitness:
  His physical strength and relentless fitness were key to his continuous movement on the pitch, always contributing for the full 90 minutes.

Conclusion:

Hassan Mustafa is considered one of the brightest names in the history of Egyptian football, both as a player and a coach. With his exceptional technical and physical abilities, he contributed to many victories with the clubs he played for and with the Egyptian national team. His transition into coaching reflects his passion for the game, and he continues to pass on his expertise to the next generation of players.