Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03

2006 in Egypt

Explore 23 historical events and records for Egypt in 2006.

Historical records for Egypt in 2006

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Abdelhalim Ali - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Ali, Abdelhalim · Cairo · Forward · Sport / Football

Abdelhalim Ali was called into the group contesting the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, entering the final late in extra time. Hassan Shehata’s host-nation squad blended experienced internationals and players from Egyptian clubs.

Abdelwahed El Sayed - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

El Sayed, Abdelwahed · Cairo · Goalkeeper · Sport / Football

Abdelwahed El Sayed was named to the Egyptian squad at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, serving as an experienced goalkeeping alternative. The home crowd in Cairo saw Egypt prevail over Ivory Coast after a scoreless final and a penalty shootout.

Abdelzaher El Saka - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

El Saka, Abdelzaher · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Abdelzaher El Saka was recognised for starting against Ivory Coast as Egypt reclaimed the continental title. The final against Ivory Coast demonstrated how narrow the margins were in Egypt’s victorious campaign.

Ahmed Eid Abdelmalek - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Abdelmalek, Ahmed Eid · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Ahmed Eid Abdelmalek took part in the Egyptian campaign at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, providing another attacking midfield option from Haras El Hodood. The home crowd in Cairo saw Egypt prevail over Ivory Coast after a scoreless final and a penalty shootout.

Ahmed El Sayed - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

El Sayed, Ahmed · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

Ahmed El Sayed was selected for Egypt during the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, being selected from Al Ahly among the defensive options. Egypt navigated the group and knockout stages before reclaiming the trophy on home soil.

Ahmed Fathi - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Fathi, Ahmed · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Ahmed Fathi was recognised for coming on early in the final as Egypt reshaped their back line. Egypt navigated the group and knockout stages before reclaiming the trophy on home soil.

Ahmed Hassan - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Hassan, Ahmed · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Ahmed Hassan featured among Egypt’s registered players at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, captaining the hosts in their successful Africa Cup campaign. Egypt navigated the group and knockout stages before reclaiming the trophy on home soil.

Ahmed Hossam - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Hossam, Ahmed · Cairo · Forward · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Ahmed Hossam was recognised for scoring against Libya in the opening match of the tournament. The final against Ivory Coast demonstrated how narrow the margins were in Egypt’s victorious campaign.

Amr Zaki - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Zaki, Amr · Cairo · Forward · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Amr Zaki was recognised for playing in the final and taking part in Egypt’s shootout. Hassan Shehata’s host-nation squad blended experienced internationals and players from Egyptian clubs.

Emad Moteab - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Moteab, Emad · Cairo · Forward · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Emad Moteab was recognised for starting the final and challenging Ivory Coast’s defence. The final against Ivory Coast demonstrated how narrow the margins were in Egypt’s victorious campaign.

Essam El Hadary - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

El Hadary, Essam · Cairo · Goalkeeper · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Essam El Hadary was recognised for keeping Ivory Coast scoreless through extra time in the final. The home crowd in Cairo saw Egypt prevail over Ivory Coast after a scoreless final and a penalty shootout.

Hassan Mostafa - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Mostafa, Hassan · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Hassan Mostafa was named to the Egyptian squad at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, entering the final as a substitute during the second half. The home crowd in Cairo saw Egypt prevail over Ivory Coast after a scoreless final and a penalty shootout.

Hossam Hassan - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Hassan, Hossam · Cairo · Forward · Sport / Football

Hossam Hassan represented Egyptian football as part of the squad at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, adding veteran experience to the host nation’s attacking party. Hassan Shehata’s host-nation squad blended experienced internationals and players from Egyptian clubs.

Ibrahim Said - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Said, Ibrahim · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

Ibrahim Said was called into the group contesting the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, helping the hosts protect their goal in a tense final. Hassan Shehata’s host-nation squad blended experienced internationals and players from Egyptian clubs.

Moataz Eno - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Eno, Moataz · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Moataz Eno was included in Egypt’s party for the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, providing a midfield selection from Zamalek. The side’s fifth African championship was settled only after extra time and kicks from the penalty mark.

Mohamed Abdel Monsef - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Abdel Monsef, Mohamed · Cairo · Goalkeeper · Sport / Football

Mohamed Abdel Monsef formed part of the national squad assembled for the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, completing the squad’s contingent of specialist goalkeepers. The side’s fifth African championship was settled only after extra time and kicks from the penalty mark.

Mohamed Abdelwahab - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Abdelwahab, Mohamed · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Mohamed Abdelwahab was recognised for starting in defence during the penalty-shootout victory over Ivory Coast. The side’s fifth African championship was settled only after extra time and kicks from the penalty mark.

Mohamed Aboutrika - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Aboutrika, Mohamed · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Mohamed Aboutrika was recognised for converting the winning penalty against Ivory Coast. Egypt navigated the group and knockout stages before reclaiming the trophy on home soil.

Mohamed Barakat - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Barakat, Mohamed · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Mohamed Barakat was selected for Egypt during the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, running the midfield channels in Egypt’s decisive championship match. Egypt navigated the group and knockout stages before reclaiming the trophy on home soil.

Mohamed Shawky - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Shawky, Mohamed · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Mohamed Shawky was recognised for starting in a holding midfield role for the finalists. The home crowd in Cairo saw Egypt prevail over Ivory Coast after a scoreless final and a penalty shootout.

Samir Sabry - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Sabry, Samir · Cairo · Midfielder · Sport / Football

Samir Sabry was included in Egypt’s party for the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, earning selection for the competition from ENPPI. The side’s fifth African championship was settled only after extra time and kicks from the penalty mark.

Tarek El Sayed - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

El Sayed, Tarek · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

Tarek El Sayed formed part of the national squad assembled for the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, being available as a defensive substitute for the home tournament. The side’s fifth African championship was settled only after extra time and kicks from the penalty mark.

Wael Gomaa - 2006 Continental Title Campaign

Gomaa, Wael · Cairo · Defender · Sport / Football

At the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations, Wael Gomaa was recognised for starting at the heart of the defence in the goalless final. The final against Ivory Coast demonstrated how narrow the margins were in Egypt’s victorious campaign.

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