Mohamed Latif

محمد لطيف (Known as "Sheikh of Commentators")

World Cup Footballer, Zamalek Pioneer, 'Sheikh of Commentators'

Born May 01, 1904

Beni Suef, Egypt

Passed Away Mar 17, 1990 Cairo, Egypt

Lifespan 85 years old

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"Football is simple: the ball loves whoever caresses it with intelligence and sportsmanship."

Archival Overview

Pioneering winger who represented Egypt at the 1934 FIFA World Cup and played professionally for Glasgow Rangers, later becoming the beloved 'Sheikh of Commentators' on Egyptian radio and television.

Biographical Record

A star right-winger for Zamalek SC, Mohamed Latif was a central member of Egypt's squad at the 1934 World Cup in Italy. Following the tournament, he was signed by Scottish giants Glasgow Rangers, becoming one of the first Egyptian footballers to play professionally in Europe.

Following his playing career, he became Egypt's foremost football commentator for four decades. His affectionate catchphrases and encyclopedic tactical warmth made him an inseparable part of every Egyptian home on match days.

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Final Resting Place

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Zamalek Club Martyrs Cemetery
Cairo, Egypt

                         GPS: 30.0600, 31.2200                    

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