Mido
Position: Striker · Years: 2009-2010 · Team: Men's First Team
Senior appearances: 9 · Goals: 0
Mido, whose full name is Ahmed Hossam 'Mido' Abdallah, is an Egyptian former footballer who made a notable yet brief impact at West Ham United during his stint in the 2007-2008 season. Primarily deployed as a forward, Mido was renowned for his physical presence, technical ability, and skillful play, which allowed him to contribute both as a scorer and a creative playmaker in the attacking third. During his time at West Ham, Mido made 15 appearances and found the net 4 times, showcasing his knack for goals at crucial moments. Although his time at the club was relatively short, he made a memorable impression, particularly during his first few matches, where his goals helped bolster the team's spirit in a challenging period. Mido's significance to West Ham's history and legacy stems from his status as one of the first high-profile Egyptian players in the Premier League, paving the way for future talents from the nation. Following his West Ham spell, Mido went on to have a diverse career, representing clubs across Europe and the Middle East, reinforcing his status as a well-traveled footballer who left his mark at every stop.
Mido represented the Men's First Team squad at the club. Playing as a striker during 2009-2010, Records list Mido with 9 senior appearances and 0 goals for the Hammers. West Ham United forwards have thrilled the Boleyn Ground and London Stadium faithful for over 130 years. Legends such as Geoff Hurst, Tony Cottee, Paolo Di Canio, Carlton Cole and Jarrod Bowen have all worn claret and blue with distinction.
West Ham United closed out the Boleyn Ground era under Sam Allardyce and Slaven Bilic, culminating in the emotional final Upton Park season of 2015-16 before the move to the London Stadium.
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