Amin Dabo

🏟️ Amin Dabo

Saudi Arabian Footballer

Full Name: Amin Mohammed Al-Amin Dabo

Born: December 3, 1951 – Shubra, Egypt

Died: December 9, 2020 (aged 69) – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Nationality: 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Origin: Senegalese father, Egyptian mother

Height: 172 cm

Alma Mater: Al-Azhar University

Positions: Forward – Midfielder

Nickname: The Fox 🦊

📜 Early Life

Born in Shubra, Cairo, to an Egyptian mother and Senegalese father.

Encouraged by his half-brother, Sayed Allam, to play football.

Started playing in neighborhood teams, attended Lycée Français, then transferred to the Islamic Research Institute at his father’s wish for him to become a religious scholar.

Represented his institute in Al-Azhar championships, excelling in both football and table tennis.

Won the national U-16 championship and had his name published in the newspapers for the first time.

⚽ Football Beginnings

Played for the “Malah” team, then the “Madinah” youth team.

Attracted attention after scoring a decisive goal in a match in Port Said.

Joined Ismaily SC in 1972 after being spotted by Sayed Abdel Razek (Bazouka) and youth coach Mohamed Othman.

Initially played as a forward before switching to midfield.

Participated in local and international tournaments, including the 1973 African Cup, and toured several countries with Ismaily.

🌟 Rise to Fame

The turning point came in the 1975 Egypt Cup quarter-final against Al Ahly, where he scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory.

The win made headlines and earned him nationwide recognition.

Received offers from France, Lebanon, Qatar, and Oman, but his coach, Tomson, refused.

🛫 Move to Al-Ahli Saudi Club

After financial disputes with Ismaily, he decided to leave.

Joined Al-Ahli Jeddah in 1976 for $100,000, making him the most expensive player in the Middle East at the time.

Granted Saudi citizenship and became one of the Kingdom’s football icons.

🏆 Achievements & Legacy

Scored over 250 goals with Al-Ahli, Ismaily, and the Saudi national team.

Led Al-Ahli to multiple domestic and Gulf titles.

Famous for his high skills and crafty goals, earning him the nickname The Fox.

🗣️ What They Said About Him

Prince Khalid bin Abdullah: “A top-class striker, loyal to his team, and well-loved.”

Didi (former coach): “Multi-talented, precise passing, lethal shooting.”

Telê Santana: “An irreplaceable loss and a storehouse of experience.”

Diego Maradona: “Should have been playing in the Italian league for his skills.”

Mahmoud El Khatib: “A rare and exceptional player.”

Tarik Dhiab: “A great artist, skillful playmaker, and excellent scorer.”

🛑 Retirement

Retired from football in 1984 after a decorated career.

🕊️ Death

Passed away on December 9, 2020, in Jeddah after a battle with illness and a coma.

His death came just days after his wife’s passing.

Mourned by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sports and numerous clubs through their official accounts.

📌 Note: Amin Dabo is the father of footballer Mohammed Amin Dabo.