Farah Jefry

Farah Hosamaldin Jefry is a Saudi Arabian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Eastern Flames on loan from Al-Ittihad Club.

Early life

Jefry started playing football at the age of eight. She attended Manarat Jeddah International School.

Club career

In 2018, Jefry began her career with the Jeddah Eagles at the age of 15. Jefry was the top scorer in the 2020–21 Champions Cup.
In early 2023, she suffered an ACL injury playing in the 2023 Women's Futsal Tournament. She returned to training in October 2023.
In September 2025, she renewed her contract with Al-Ittihad through 2026 and was subsequently loaned to Eastern Flames.

International career

Jefry has featured for the Saudi women's national team. The team won the inaugural SAFF Women's International Friendly Tournament.

Personal life

Jefry is popularly known as the "Saudi De Bruyne". She has regarded Argentina international Lionel Messi as her football idol.
In 2021, she became the first Saudi sportswoman to serve as an ambassador for Adidas. She took part in their "Weaved as One" campaign which paid homage to unity through football and Saudi culture. She also attended the 2022 World Cup, witnessing Saudi Arabia's shocking victory over Argentina.
In April 2025, she was announced as a Pepsi ambassador, joining several other players such as Alexia Putellas, Caroline Graham Hansen, and Lauren James. In addition, Visa launched its “She's Next in Football” program in Saudi Arabia, appointing Jefry as the initiative's brand ambassador.