Hamza Abdelkarim
BAR
Nets first senior international goal
Abdelkarim scored his first senior international goal during Egypt's 5-0 win over South Sudan and made substitute appearances in all three matches during the international break.
Analysis: Abdelkarim made an impact despite being limited to roughly 53 minutes across the three matches, scoring against South Sudan before threatening twice off the bench against South Africa. The forward returns to Barcelona with more senior international experience but has played just four minutes across one La Liga appearance this season. He remains a depth option in attack, competing with Gabriel Jesus for the backup role behind Raphinha.
Signs contract extension through 2030
Abdelkarim agreed a contract extension with Barcelona through June 2030, according to the club.
Analysis: Abdelkarim joined Barcelona on loan in February before the club exercised a purchase option in the summer, scoring six goals in nine matches for the club's Juvenil A side, including a hat trick in a 9-0 win over Montecarlo that clinched the youth title. The Egyptian forward finished as the club's top scorer in preseason with four goals under coach Hansi Flick, and made his official first team debut against Rayo Vallecano on August 31, with his new deal now securing his long term future at the club.
Unused in loss
Abdelkarim was unused in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Argentina.
Analysis: Abdelkarim would not see the field as Egypt ended their World Cup campaign, as the forward was unused. This is despite a bench appearance in the four games before Sunday, playing 57 minutes in total. He ends without a goal contribution, as he would not earn a shot or a chance created. He will now prepare to start his career with Barcelona, a big move for the Egyptian forward.
Signs permanently for Barcelona
Abdelkarim has joined Barcelona on a permanent basis after the club exercised their purchase option with Al Ahly, signing a contract until June 2029, the club announced.
Analysis: Abdelkarim joined Barcelona's Juvenil A side in the winter transfer window and made an immediate impact, scoring six goals across nine league appearances including a hat trick in a 9-0 victory over Montecarlo on the day the team won the Liga de Division de Honor title, while also featuring in two Copa del Rey matches. Abdelkarim is currently representing Egypt at the World Cup, having featured in both group stage matches against Belgium and New Zealand, and now commits his future to Barcelona as he looks to continue his development at the club.
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