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Mahmoud Fathalla: Former Egypt defender retires

Former Egypt international Mahmoud Fathalla has retired from professional football at the age of 37.

According to Kingfut , the defender, who spent most of his career in the Egyptian league, winning a number of laurels, including three Egyptian Cup titles, has heralded his retirement.

Fathalla started his journey to stardom playing for second division side Ghazl El-Mehalla in 2004, before joining Zamalek in 2007, where he spent seven years.

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During his stay with the White Castle, the defender impressed in his defensive duties and capped it with 43 goals in 142 league games.