Ahmed Eid al-Harbi

Ahmad Eid Al-Harbi
Personal information
Full name Ahmad Eid bin Mohammed Al-Harbi
Date of birth 1950
Place of birth Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Position(s) Goalkeeper
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1970–1980 Al-Ahli Saudi FC
International career
1970–1979 Saudi Arabia
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ahmad Eid Al-Harbi (born 1950) is a retired Saudi Arabian footballer who played as a goalkeeper for Al-Ahli Saudi FC and the Saudi Arabia national football team. He later served as the President of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) from 2012 to 2016. He is considered one of Al-Ahli's legends, both for his performances on the field and his contributions to Saudi football administration.[1]

Early life

Ahmad Eid was born in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in 1950. He showed early promise as a footballer, joining the youth ranks of Al-Ahli before making it to the first team.[2]

Club career

Eid spent his entire playing career at Al-Ahli Saudi FC, helping the team secure several league and cup titles during the 1970s. Known for his quick reflexes and leadership at the back, he played a key role in Al-Ahli's domestic dominance during that era.[3]

International career

Eid represented the Saudi Arabia national football team from 1970 to 1979, appearing in several major tournaments including the Gulf Cup. His performances earned him recognition as one of the top goalkeepers in the region during his time.[4]

Administrative career

After retiring, Ahmad Eid transitioned into football administration. In 2012, he made history by becoming the first elected President of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF). During his tenure, he worked on professionalizing the league system and enhancing youth development programs.[5]

Honors

Club

Individual

  • Recognized as one of the top Saudi goalkeepers of the 1970s
  • First elected President of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation

Legacy

Ahmad Eid Al-Harbi is celebrated as an icon at Al-Ahli and remains an influential figure in Saudi Arabian football history for both his athletic and administrative contributions.

References

  1. ^ "Ahmad Eid elected as SAFF President". Al Riyadh. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
  2. ^ "Ahmad Eid's football journey". Aleqt. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
  3. ^ "Al-Ahli's golden generation". Al Madinah. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
  4. ^ "Player profile - KSA Team". KSA Team. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
  5. ^ "FIFA announcement on Ahmad Eid's election". FIFA. Retrieved 2024-04-28.
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