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Al Taawoun’s players scripted a historic win by defeating the star-studded Al Nassr team with a scoreline of 2-0 during the second round of the Saudi Pro League.
Al Taawoun makes history with 2-0 victory over Al Nassr
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a stunning turn of events, Al Taawoun’s players scripted a historic win by defeating the star-studded Al Nassr team with a scoreline of 2-0 during the second round of the Saudi Pro League.This victory has left many questioning the performance of Al Nassr. led by coach Castro, as they faced their second consecutive defeat in the league.Al Nassr had previously stumbled in their opening match, losing 2-1 to Al Ittifaq, and notably missing key players Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcelo Brozovic, Sico Fofana, and Alex Telles due to post-title exhaustion following their Arab Club Championship triumph.Despite the return of these star players, except for the recent addition of left-back Telles from Manchester United, Al Nassr appeared lackluster on the field, and this...
August 19, 2023

Al Taawoun makes history with 2-0 victory over Al Nassr

Brazilian football sensation Neymar has landed in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, as he prepares to join Al Hilal.
Neymar arrives in Riyadh to join Al Hilal
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Brazilian football sensation Neymar has landed in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, as he prepares to join Al Hilal.The talented player's transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to the former Asian champions has garnered significant attention from fans and football enthusiasts alike.Neymar was spotted at King Khalid International Airport wearing an Al Hilal scarf upon his arrival.Over 10,000 fans closely followed the real-time tracking of the private plane that transported the former Barcelona striker to Riyadh. This tracking was made available through a fan account on the "X" social media platform.The announcement of Neymar's signing with Al Hilal was made official last Tuesday, marking a two-season commitment from the Brazilian star.He makes...
August 19, 2023

Neymar arrives in Riyadh to join Al Hilal

Kalidou Koulibaly, the 32-year-old captain of Senegal, recently joined Al-Hilal from Chelsea in a deal reportedly valued at around 25 million dollars.
Al-Hilal defender Koulibaly sidelined for initial two weeks due to injury
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi club Al-Hilal announced on Thursday the absence of Senegalese defender Kalidou Koulibaly from the team's lineup for at least two weeks due to injury.In a statement, Al-Hilal said: "Koulibaly underwent a treatment session at the club's headquarters." Further examinations indicated that he requires a therapeutic and rehabilitation program spanning from two to three weeks.Koulibaly, the 32-year-old captain of Senegal, recently joined Al-Hilal from Chelsea in a deal reportedly valued at around 23 million euros (24.97 million dollars), according to media sources. His absence was felt during Al-Hilal's 3-1 victory over Abha in the opening match of the Saudi league.The setback comes as Koulibaly had been eagerly awaited by fans after his...
August 18, 2023

Al-Hilal defender Koulibaly sidelined for initial two weeks due to injury

Al-Ahli emerged victorious with a 3-1 scoreline against Al-Khaleej on the opening day of the Saudi league's second round held at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam on Thursday.
Al-Ahli maintains perfect start with impressive victory over Al-Khaleej
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Ahli of Jeddah continues to make waves in the Saudi Professional League as they clinched a valuable away win against Al-Khaleej. The match, held at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam on Thursday, witnessed Al-Ahli emerge victorious with a 3-1 scoreline on the opening day of the league's second round.Sustaining their winning momentum, Al-Ahli remains unbeaten with a flawless record of 6 points from two matches, having previously secured a triumph over Al-Hazm in the inaugural round held in Jeddah.Even without their standout Brazilian talent Roberto Firmino, Al-Ahli showcased their attacking prowess by netting three goals against Al-Khaleej, underlining their strong competitive spirit for the forthcoming season.Newly acquired player Roger Ibañez...
August 18, 2023

Al-Ahli maintains perfect start with impressive victory over Al-Khaleej

Bounou arrived in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, early on Friday.
Al-Hilal signs Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou from Sevilla
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a major move, Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal announced the official signing of Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou from Spain's Sevilla FC on Thursday.The decision came after Al Hilal's coach, Jorge Jesus, recommended the acquisition of a foreign goalkeeper due to his reservations about the performance of their current goalkeeping player.The club's social media account on X,formely Twitter, released a video celebrating the signing of Bounou, with the caption "Always Hilal... Always Blue."Bounou arrived in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, early Friday, ahead of his introduction to the fans before Al Hilal's match against Al-Fayha on Saturday.The cost of signing the international Moroccan player for Al-Hilal is estimated at €21 million....
August 18, 2023

Al-Hilal signs Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou from Sevilla

Participants perform a taekwondo demonstration as part of the annual Mangyongdae Prize National Martial Art Championship at the 'Taekwon-Do Hall' in Pyongyang on April 9, 2019.
North Korea athletes on first foreign trip since Covid outbreak
SEOUL — A group of people, thought to be North Korean Taekwondo athletes, have crossed the border into China.They are said to be heading to the Taekwondo world championships in neighboring Kazakhstan.It marks the first time that Pyongyang has sent a sports team overseas since its Covid border closure in 2020.Sources say they will travel on to Beijing before heading to the Kazakh capital Astana.Two green buses have been spotted crossing the Yalu River that divides North Korea and China. They arrived in the Chinese city of Dandong, where dozens of people then disembarked.At the start of the pandemic in 2020, Pyongyang sealed off its borders, with no one allowed to leave or enter the country since.These are the first known athletes to be sent overseas, which indicates that Pyongyang may be...
August 17, 2023

North Korea athletes on first foreign trip since Covid outbreak

The presentation ceremony for the Arab Clubs Champions lasted for 25 minutes at the Al-Awal Park stadium in Riyadh.
Ronaldo's comeback and Castro's promise reassure Al-Nassr fans
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al-Nassr football club's devoted fans breathed a sigh of relief as they witnessed the return of the Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to group training.Ronaldo had sustained a knee bruise during the Arab Club Champions Cup final against Al-Hilal, leading to his absence from practice and a league match against Al-Ittifaq.However, his presence at the presentation ceremony for the club’s new signing marked his resumption of training.The global icon participated in a regular training session at the Al-Awal Park stadium, including maneuvers with the team, which eased fans' worries. Ronaldo's injury had caused concern among supporters, who watched the team's training session after the cup presentation event. The reassurance of his active...
August 17, 2023

Ronaldo's comeback and Castro's promise reassure Al-Nassr fans

Neymar Jr's illustrious career encompasses triumphs in the UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, Copa Libertadores, and the Olympics.
Neymar hails Cristiano Ronaldo's influence in Saudi League's growth
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a significant testament to the surging prominence of the Saudi League, Brazilian football sensation Neymar Jr attributes the remarkable transformation to fellow icon Cristiano Ronaldo.With the exciting prospect of confronting Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Robert Firmino, Neymar eagerly anticipates the motivation to elevate his performance for his new club Al Hilal.Neymar Jr's illustrious career encompasses triumphs in the UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World Cup, Copa Libertadores, and the Olympics. His move to Al Hilal follows the trail blazed by Ronaldo, Benzema, Firmino, Sadio Mane, Riyad Mahrez, N’Golo Kante, and Edouard Mendy, among others.The Brazilian superstar acknowledges Ronaldo's role in igniting the league's growth. "Cristiano...
August 17, 2023

Neymar hails Cristiano Ronaldo's influence in Saudi League's growth

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) announced on Wednesday that the national team will undergo a preparatory camp in Newcastle, featuring two friendly matches against Costa Rica and South Korea.
Saudi national football team to hold preparatory camp in Newcastle
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) announced on Wednesday that the national team will undergo a preparatory camp in Newcastle, featuring two friendly matches against Costa Rica and South Korea.In a statement published on its official website, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation said: “The national team will hold a preparatory camp in Newcastle during the FIFA international days of September.”This move is part of the second phase of the preparatory program leading up to the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, scheduled to take place in Qatar in January.The federation further outlined that the Saudi team, also known as the Green Falcons, will play two friendly matches during the camp, which will run from Sept. 3 to 12.The first friendly will be against Costa...
August 16, 2023

Saudi national football team to hold preparatory camp in Newcastle

Roberto Firmino.
Firmino to miss Al-Ahli’s upcoming match due to Injury
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a setback for Al-Ahli club, Brazilian forward Roberto Firmino will be sidelined for the forthcoming match against Al-Khaleej in the Saudi Professional Football League's second round on Thursday.The club made the announcement through a statement, revealing that Firmino is grappling with an injury. Confirming the injury, Al-Ahli stated: “Player Roberto Firmino sustained an injury during recent training sessions.”Al-Ahli's German coach Matthias Jaissle has opted to rest Firmino for the pivotal match against Al-Khaleej, scheduled for Thursday. The club emphasized that Firmino's rehabilitation will involve intensive medical sessions, aimed at facilitating his swift return to group training.Firmino's absence is a notable loss for Al-Ahli as...
August 16, 2023

Firmino to miss Al-Ahli’s upcoming match due to Injury

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