Sherif Ikrami, the former international goalkeeper, praised Mahmoud Abdel-Razek Shikabala after the latter announced his retirement from football.

Ikrami said via the 'X' platform: "Shikabala is a talent that is hard to replicate in football, and those who have experienced it know its value well, even if they were opponents. He is one of the players that history will remember, it will not pass him by. Yes, the journey has ended, but the impact will not fade, and the mark will live on. He will remain a legend etched in the hearts of all Zamalek fans. May God bless you in any step you choose and grant you success in your new path."

Shikabala announced his retirement from football yesterday, Thursday.

During his career, Shikabala led Zamalek Club to win numerous local and continental titles, the latest being the Egypt Cup title against Pyramids in a penalty shootout.