Yasser Ibrahim Breaks Down Fears, Fights with Messi, and the Zamalek Tango

Ramiz Level Monster appearance

Yasser Ibrahim, the Egyptian defender for Al Ahly and the national team, appeared on the Ramadan program Ramiz Level Monster on MBC Egypt. He described himself as a formidable defender who disrupts counterattacks, excels in aerial duels, and can contribute a goal when the moment calls for it. The host teased a past near-miss for man of the match, while Ibrahim joined in with playful banter about teammates sometimes taking that honor instead of him.

The conversation touched on sensitive topics about the rival club, with Ibrahim answering questions about his most daunting opponent from Zamalek. He named Seif El Din El Jaziri (Seif El-Din El-Jaziri) as the player he fears the most, citing his skill and impact in big matches.

Asked who he would rather partner with among Zamalek’s defenders, he picked the younger Mahmoud Hamdy Al-Wenesh (El-Wenesh) or Hossam Abdel-Majid Abdel-Salam, choosing Abdel-Salam for his youth and potential as a partner at the back.

Messi moment, retirement thoughts, and Al Ahly’s chase for titles

The episode included a segment about the Egyptian Premier League matchups, including a highlight featuring the Army side (Al Geish) and Al Ahly. Ibrahim argued that Al Ahly continually pursues titles, and he reflected on the impact of players who left the club, naming Ramy Rabia and Mohamed Abdel Monem, with Abdel Monem noted as influential for him personally.

He also commented on his former coach Marcel Kohler, criticizing the late stages of Kohler’s tenure and describing tense relations with players in those final days. On the international stage, Ibrahim recalled a clash with Lionel Messi during a Club World Cup match, saying Messi provoked him and he replied, joking that Messi is small in stature.

Regarding life after football, Ibrahim said he hasn’t fixed plans yet but could pursue coaching. It’s noted that he is the third Al Ahly star to appear on the show this year after Ahmed Zizou (Zizo) and Marwan Attia.

As with many footballers, the chat closes with light humor and a couple of quick quips about the game’s quirks, proving that defense isn’t just about stopping goals—it's also about keeping the audience laughing. Punchlines below.

Punchline 1: My defense is so tight, even my jokes stay offside.

Punchline 2: If retirement means coaching, I’ll teach players to score from the bench—the only place where I’m guaranteed to be right about substitutions.