"I am grateful for all the fans and supporters who voted for me," the 29-year old midfielder told FilGoal.com

"Being in the lead in Egypt, Africa and the middle east is something and being the World's number one is another. I can't express my feelings."

The IFFHS has issued intermediate results on Monday and Abou Treika earned 700, 230 votes.

The poll will be conducted until January 3rd and then the result will be announced.