Azmi Mohamed Megahed facts for kids
Azmi Mohamed Megahed in 2014
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| Personal information | |
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| Nationality | Egyptian |
| Born | 15 April 1950 Dakahlia, Egypt |
| Died | 12 September 2020 (aged 70) Cairo, Egypt |
| Height | 1.89 m |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Volleyball |
Azmi Mohamed Megahed was a famous Egyptian volleyball player. He was born on April 15, 1950, and passed away on September 12, 2020. He represented his country at the 1976 Summer Olympics in the men's volleyball tournament.
Azmi Megahed's Volleyball Journey
Azmi Megahed was born in a place called Dakahlia Governorate in Egypt. He played volleyball for a very long time, about 16 years! He was a key player for two important teams: Zamalek SC and the Egyptian national team.
Awards and Achievements
Azmi Megahed was a very talented player. In 1974, he was named the best African player. He won many awards throughout his career. These awards were for his skills as a player and later as a manager. He achieved success both in Egypt and across Africa.
Life After Playing
After his playing career, Azmi Megahed continued to be involved with Zamalek SC. He became a member of the club's board. He also worked as a TV presenter. His son, Amir Azmy, followed in his footsteps as a sportsman, but chose to play football instead of volleyball.
Azmi Megahed passed away in a hospital in Cairo on September 12, 2020. He died during the COVID-19 pandemic.
