Egyptian defender Ghazal makes debut in Portugal

Ahmed Abd El Rasoul , Sunday 10 Feb 2013

Ghazal played his first game for Nacional since joining the Portuguese football league during the winter transfer window

Egyptian defender Ali Ghazal made his competitive debut for Portuguese club Nacional in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Benfica in the domestic league.

The 21-year-old player appeared as a substitute for his teammate Miguel Rodrigues in the 61 minute.

Ghazal has joined Nacional this winter from Egyptian club Wadi Degla.

Nacional currently lies 11th in the Portuguese league table with 18 points, 27 behind leaders Porto.

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