Doctors Pedro Luis Ripoll and Mariano de Prado run the Sports Clinic in Madrid, a medical center with FIFA Excellence recognition that has become a hub for world-class football surgeons. The celebrated Saudi legend Mohammed Al Shalhoub, known for his long career with Al Hilal, has spent years on the club’s technical staff as an assistant to a prominent Portuguese manager. The facility serves a roster of international stars as part of a broader network of elite sports medicine and surgical care.
In the latest report, Mohammed Al Shalhoub, aged 43, underwent a left knee operation to repair a cartilage and meniscus injury, with reconstruction of damaged structures. The former midfielder retired from competitive play in 2020 and remains a standout figure in Asian football history. His career highlights include a dominant presence in the mid-2000s, when he was recognized as one of the continent’s top players and achieved a landmark 16 titles with Al Hilal, including triumphs in the Asian Champions League.
Bryan Gil is scheduled to undergo surgery tomorrow under the care of Ripoll, De Prado, and Reboul, addressing a groin issue.
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Ripoll and Prado actively supervise recovery programs for several leading athletes, including Elche striker Oscar Plano, who recently underwent ankle surgery performed by two surgeons from their team.
Mohammad Al Shalhoub, smiling after his meniscus operation, was treated at the Ripoll and De Prado clinic. The Sports Clinic is recognized as a Center of Excellence within FIFA’s medical network and has become a global reference for football surgery. It operates across Spain with fourteen clinics, including three in the Alicante province, and has established collaboration agreements with facilities in Egypt, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia.
Ripoll and De Prado have earned a reputation for high accuracy in predicting injury patterns, achieving a noteworthy track record in the post pandemic era. Their work includes consultations with a range of high-profile players from multiple leagues, reflecting the growing demand for expert sports medicine that aligns with modern training and recovery protocols. These players seek specialized assessment and treatment for injuries that impact performance on the field and in tournaments, illustrating the clinic’s broad influence in international football circles.
Several players have consulted the team recently, including international talent from various backgrounds. The list includes players from Latin America, Europe, and beyond, who rely on the clinic for precise diagnosis and tailored rehabilitation plans designed to minimize downtime and support rapid return to competition. The clinical staff emphasizes collaboration with teams and federations to ensure safe and effective management of injuries across levels of play.
FIFA brand involvement is also seen in La Nucía and other Spanish locales, where the clinic’s interventions have helped athletes manage persistent conditions and long-standing scars. The cooperative efforts extend to notable medical centers in Spain, with partnerships among major hospitals in Murcia, Alicante, and Madrid. Pedro Ripoll serves on the medical commission of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, underscoring the clinic’s close ties to national football governance and patient care standards.