Muhannad Al-Shanqeeti


Muhannad Mustafa Al-Shanqeeti is a Saudi Arabian footballer who plays as defender for Pro League side Al-Ittihad and the Saudi Arabia national team.

Career

Al-Shanqeeti began his career at the youth team of hometown club Ohod. He made his debut for the first team during the 2016–17 season. He scored his first goal for the club on 10 March 2017, scoring in the 2–0 win against Al-Adalah. He made 9 appearances and scored once during the 2016–17 season, helping Ohod finish second and earn promotion to the Pro League. On 18 August 2017, Al-Shanqeeti made his Pro League debut for Ohod in the 2–0 defeat to Al-Batin.
On 22 November 2018, Al-Shanqeeti joined Al-Ittihad on a free transfer. On 30 June 2019, Al-Shanqeeti was chosen in the scholarship program to develop football talents established by the General Sports Authority in Saudi Arabia. On 28 December 2019, Al-Shanqeeti made his debut for Al-Ittihad in the 1–1 draw against Al-Fateh. On 5 May 2021, Al-Shanqeeti renewed his contract with Al-Ittihad until the end of the 2023–24 season. On 18 March 2022, Al-Shanqeeti scored his first goal for the club in a 3–0 win against Al-Hazem. Following his impressive performances in March, Al-Shanqeeti was awarded the Young Player of the Month award. On 25 September 2023, Al-Shanqeeti renewed his contract with Al-Ittihad until the end of the 2028–29 season.

Honours

Al-Ittihad
Saudi Arabia U19
Individual