Mystery Unfolds: Why Aboutrika Is Quiet on Egypt's BeIN Desk
13 January 2026
Context
Mohamed Saadoun Al Kowari, a BeIN Sports presenter, shared a story behind Mohamed Aboutrika's silence about a long-standing secret.
AFCON Build-Up
Egypt is gearing up for a high-stakes semifinal against Senegal, scheduled for tomorrow in Tangier.
Aboutrika has been a fixture in BeIN's punditry for years, yet he has rarely appeared to analyze Egypt's national team or Al Ahly.
Why the Absence?
Al Kowari explains the reason: Aboutrika reportedly prefers watching the games at home, citing pressure and a cherished, complex relationship with the national team and the club.
He adds that Aboutrika believes Egypt's and Al Ahly's matches are more about emotion than traditional analysis, a stance that keeps him from the studio but deepens his bond with the team.
In a lighter note, Kowari recalls Aboutrika telling him that if he joined the studio, he would break the broadcast because he cannot resist cheering for his favorites.
Meanwhile, the broadcasts often spotlight former Egypt captain Wael Gomaa, ex-Zamalek star Hytham Farouq, and Ahmed Elmohamady among others who feature in these matches.
In this setup, the AFCON semifinal looms large as fans and analysts alike assess Egypt's chances against Senegal.
Punchline 1: If football were a fashion show, Aboutrika would rock the remote and still steal the scene from the studio.
Punchline 2: The only thing sharper than his passes is his timing—staying off air, yet still the talk of the town.
