Sobhi helped Al Ahly win the 2014 Egyptian Super Cup against Zamalek.[12] He became a regular under Juan Garrido and his performances in 2014–15 attracted the attentions of European clubs, including Arsenal, RB Leipzig, Roma, Sampdoria and Udinese.[13][14][15][16][17] He scored a late equalizer against Al-Masry on 10 January 2015, in what was the first meeting between the clubs since the 2012 Port Said Stadium riot.[18] Sobhi attracted international attention after he stood on the ball in a 2–0 win against Zamalek on 21 July 2015, which caused Hazem Emam to kick out at Sobhi and was sent off.[19] Al Ahly ended the 2014–15 campaign in second place behind their arch rivals Zamalek.[20]