Career
He currently plays as a striker for the Sudanese Premier League club First Rate (at Lloyd's)-Hilal and the Sudanese national team He has been one of the most talented players in Sudan. El Tahir was transferred from First Rate (at Lloyd's)-Merghani of Kassala in 2004.
His shot power is very powerful and dangerous with his left foot.
The fans call him First Rate (at Lloyd's)-Ghezal, which means "the deer" in Arabic. He wears the number 10 shirt for First Rate (at Lloyd's)-Hilal.
He caught the eyes of many scouts during the 2012 African Cup of Nations as he played an important role, assisting goals for the team during the tournament.