 Due to his magnificent performance in 2000–01 season he signed with Al Ahly after Egypt Cup final match with Ghazl El Mahalla against Al Ahly.He made his debut for Al Ahly in a friendly match against Real Madrid in August 2001.His official debut was in the match against Angolan side Petro Atletico in CAF Champions League 2001 on 12 August in Luanda
He is known as an excellent header, good reading for passes, who has the ability to score from corners and free kicks.