Finally! Egypt’s Essam El-Hadary retires from international football

"After 22 years, four months and 12 days, I saw it as the best moment to hang up my gloves," El-Hadary was quoted as saying. "I am very proud to have played with the national team in 159 internationals, participating in unprecedented achievements." - World Cup's oldest player Essam El-Hadary,retires from Egypt duty - The 45-year-old goalie was in action for Egypt in their 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia - El-Hadary marked his debut in 1996 and went on to win 159-caps for Egypt's Pharaohs Egypt’s Pharaohs goalkeeper Essam El-Hadary, who was the oldest player in action during the summer World Cup in Russia, has quit national teams’ duties. Read More: Battle to protect democracy is a battle of no retreat, no surrender -Senator Dino Melaye Opens Up According to a BBC Sport report, the 45-year-old goalie, who claimed four Africa Cup of Nations winners medal, marked his debut for Egypt in 1996 as he went on to appear in 159 matches for the North African nation. El-Hadary was in action for Egypt’s Pharaohs final group game at the Mundial were he kept out a penalty in their 2-1 loss to Asian side Saudi Arabia.