In video: Hamza Abdel Karim shakes Al-Ahly's net and refuses to celebrate
Hamza Abdelkarim scored the opening goal for Barcelona against Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy, opting not to celebrate out of respect for his former club. The 18-year-old Egyptian international has been a standout performer for Barcelona throughout their preseason.
Why it matters
The match highlights the growing international profile of young Egyptian talent in top-tier European football leagues.
In the video: Hamza Abdel Karim finds the net against Al-Ahly and refuses to celebrate H. Abdelkarim Barcelona vs Al Ahly SC Barcelona Al Ahly SC Club Friendlies Egypt Spain Abdelkarim made the most of Baldé's pass in the best possible way
Egypt international Hamza Abdelkarim scored Barcelona's opening goal against Al Ahly this Wednesday evening at the Spotify Camp Nou, in the match held for the Joan Gamper Trophy.
His goal against his former club arrived in the 30th minute. Alejandro Balde collected the ball from Raphinha and drove in a low cross from the left, leaving Abdelkarim with a simple finish.
The 18-year-old refused to celebrate. He placed his hands beneath his head in a gesture of apology to the fans of the Red Castle.
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