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Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Al-Nassr squad for AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal in Iran
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Cristiano Ronaldo did not travel with Al-Nassr’s squad to Iran for their AFC Champions League Round of 16 first-leg match against Esteghlal on Monday, according to local media reports.The decision to rest the Portuguese captain was made after consultation between the coaching and medical staff due to muscle fatigue.Head coach Stefano Pioli aims to have Ronaldo fully fit for the return leg in Riyadh, especially given the heavy fixture schedule he has endured in recent weeks.In Ronaldo’s absence, Colombian striker Jhon Durán is set to lead Al-Nassr’s attack in Tehran, while Saudi forward Mohammed Maran has also been included in the traveling squad and could serve as an impact substitute.Meanwhile, Senegalese star Sadio Mané returns to the squad after...
March 03, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Al-Nassr squad for AFC Champions League clash against Esteghlal in Iran

Johan Gudmundsson secured the win for Al-Orobah with a crucial second goal.
Al-Somah leads Al-Orobah to upset win over Al-Nassr
Saudi Gazette reportALJOUF — Omar Al-Somah continued his fine form, finding the net at the end of the first half to set Al-Orobah on course for a 2-1 victory over Al-Nassr.The Saudi Pro League's all-time leading scorer opened the scoring in the 40th minute, giving the hosts a first-half advantage.Six minutes after the restart, Nawaf Boushal equalized for Al-Nassr, but Johan Gudmundsson secured the win for Al-Orobah with a crucial second goal.With this result, Al-Orobah climbs to 26 points, sitting in 11th place, while Al-Nassr remains in third place with 47 points.Meanwhile, in another match played at the same time, Al-Shabab secured a 2-0 victory over Damac with second-half goals from Cristian Guanca and Mohammed Al-Shuwairkh.The win lifts Al-Shabab to sixth place with 39 points,...
March 01, 2025

Al-Somah leads Al-Orobah to upset win over Al-Nassr

Ivan Toney's heroics not only secured three crucial points for his side but also handed a major advantage to league leaders Al Ittihad in the title race. (SPL)
Toney’s hat-trick stuns Al Hilal as Al Ahli claims thrilling victory in Saudi Clasico
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Ivan Toney delivered a historic performance for Al Ahli, scoring a sensational hat-trick to lead his team to a dramatic 3-2 victory over Al Hilal in a highly anticipated Saudi Clasico at Kingdom Arena.The English striker's heroics not only secured three crucial points for his side but also handed a major advantage to league leaders Al Ittihad in the title race. Al Hilal, still reeling from a 4-1 defeat to Al Ittihad just two rounds ago, suffered another setback as their title hopes took a hit.With this loss, they remain in second place with 51 points, five behind Al Ittihad, who have an opportunity to extend their lead when they face Al Okhdood on Sunday.Meanwhile, Al Ahli climbed to fourth place with 47 points, level with third-placed Al Nassr...
March 01, 2025

Toney’s hat-trick stuns Al Hilal as Al Ahli claims thrilling victory in Saudi Clasico

Marcelo Carne’s outburst: A moment of madness that could cost him his season
By Saudi Gazette Sports DeskJEDDAH — Football is often a game of emotions—passion, frustration, and elation all unfolding in 90 minutes. But when those emotions boil over in the wrong way, they can have serious consequences. Such is the case of Brazilian goalkeeper Marcelo Carne, whose shocking attack on referee Mamdouh Al-Shahdan during a Saudi First Division League match between Al-Jabalain and Al-Adalah may have just ended his season prematurely.It was a high-stakes game in the 23rd round of the Saudi First Division League, with Al-Jabalain pushing for a result to strengthen their position in the promotion race.Deep into stoppage time, Al-Adalah found a dramatic late goal, sealing what appeared to be a hard-fought victory. But the goal sparked controversy, with Al-Jabalain’s...
February 27, 2025

Marcelo Carne’s outburst: A moment of madness that could cost him his season

Greek playmaker Kostas Fortounis stepped up to convert from the spot in the sixth minute of added time, securing a valuable point for Al-Khaleej.
Al-Khaleej stuns Al-Ittihad with stoppage-time equalizer in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Khaleej snatched a dramatic 1-1 draw against league leaders Al-Ittihad with a stoppage-time penalty, denying the visitors a crucial victory in the final match of the Saudi Pro League’s Round 22 on Wednesday.Al-Ittihad looked set to restore their seven-point lead over second-placed Al-Hilal but instead remain atop the table with 56 points, just five ahead of their closest rivals, who sit at 51.The hosts started the match on the front foot, forcing goalkeeper Predrag Rajković into multiple saves to keep Al-Ittihad in the game.Despite Al-Khaleej’s early dominance, Abdulrahman Al-Aboud broke the deadlock for the visitors in the 78th minute, calmly slotting in a close-range finish after a low cross.Al-Ittihad appeared to be heading for victory until deep...
February 26, 2025

Al-Khaleej stuns Al-Ittihad with stoppage-time equalizer in Saudi Pro League

Al-Ahli moved within three points of the top four in the Saudi Pro League.
Toney strikes twice as Al-Ahli thrashes Al-Qadsiah to close in on top four
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Ivan Toney scored twice as Al-Ahli secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Al-Qadsiah on Tuesday, moving within three points of the top four in the Saudi Pro League.The result lifted Al-Ahli to 44 points, tightening the gap behind fourth-placed Al-Qadsiah, which remained on 47 points after suffering a heavy defeat.Toney opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 11th minute, giving the hosts an early lead. Al-Ahli doubled its advantage in the 27th minute when Mohamed Bakr fired a well-placed shot past the goalkeeper.Al-Qadsiah’s struggles deepened just before halftime when their own defender, Nacho Fernández, inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net, making it 3-0 for Al-Ahli.The visitors attempted to stage a comeback in the second half as...
February 26, 2025

Toney strikes twice as Al-Ahli thrashes Al-Qadsiah to close in on top four

The deadlock was finally broken in the 48th minute when Ronaldo powered in a header from a pinpoint cross by substitute Angelo Gabriel.
Ronaldo scores and assists as Al Nassr overcomes delay to beat Al Wehda
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Cristiano Ronaldo found the net early in the second half and won a late penalty converted by Sadio Mané, leading Al Nassr to a 2-0 victory over struggling Al Wehda in the Saudi Pro League on Tuesday.The match, however, was delayed for an hour due to Al Nassr’s team bus arriving late at the stadium.The win takes Al Nassr to 47 points, securing third place in the league standings, while Al Wehda remains at the bottom with just 13 points.Despite the victory, Al Nassr suffered an early setback when Spanish defender Aymeric Laporte was forced off with an injury.Chances were scarce in a quiet first half, with Abdulrahman Ghareeb missing a close-range opportunity.The deadlock was finally broken in the 48th minute when Ronaldo powered in a header from a pinpoint...
February 25, 2025

Ronaldo scores and assists as Al Nassr overcomes delay to beat Al Wehda

Mitrović’s prolonged absence raises concerns as Al Hilal coach admits worries over striker’s injury
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal's Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrović has been missing from the squad for weeks, and now, coach Jorge Jesus has expressed growing concern over the lingering nature of his injury.The prolonged absence of the club’s star forward has cast a shadow over the team, raising questions about his return and potential impact on the Saudi Pro League title race.Mitrović, who has been instrumental for Al Hilal since joining on the summer of 2023, has been sidelined due to an injury that has taken longer to heal than initially expected. Despite attempts at rehabilitation, the 29-year-old forward has yet to rejoin full training.On Monday, Al Hilal confirmed that Mitrović will travel to Serbia for further medical evaluation by the specialist who oversaw his...
February 25, 2025

Mitrović’s prolonged absence raises concerns as Al Hilal coach admits worries over striker’s injury

Al-Ittihad’s Steven Bergwijn sidelined after home injury
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ittihad confirmed on Tuesday that Dutch star Steven Bergwijn sustained injuries after a fall at his home, forcing him to miss upcoming matches as he recovers.The club announced on its official X account: “First-team player Steven Bergwijn suffered an injury after falling inside his home last night, resulting in wounds to his leg and hand.”Al-Ittihad’s medical team responded immediately, with the team doctor accompanying Bergwijn to International Medical Center for treatment. The winger received stitches at the injury site before being discharged.Bergwijn has been granted a brief medical leave and is expected to return to training in the coming days. However, he will miss Al-Ittihad’s clash against Al-Khaleej on Wednesday in the 22nd round of the...
February 25, 2025

Al-Ittihad’s Steven Bergwijn sidelined after home injury

Led by standout performances from Malcom and Salem Al-Dawsari, the Riyadh giants reaffirmed their title ambitions.
Al-Hilal back to winning ways with dominant 5-1 victory over Al-Kholood
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al-Hilal ended their three-match winless streak in style, thrashing Al-Kholood 5-1 in the Saudi Pro League on Tuesday.Led by standout performances from Malcom and Salem Al-Dawsari, the Riyadh giants reaffirmed their title ambitions.Malcom wasted no time, heading in the opener just three minutes into the match. A minute later, Al-Dawsari doubled the lead with a clinical finish off a rebound, putting Al-Hilal in firm control early on.The Brazilian winger struck again in the 20th minute, firing a precise shot into the near post to make it 3-0.Marcos Leonardo added to the rout with a powerful header in the 28th minute, extending Al-Hilal’s dominance.Al-Dawsari wrapped up the scoring spree in the 55th minute with a close-range strike, sealing a much-needed...
February 25, 2025

Al-Hilal back to winning ways with dominant 5-1 victory over Al-Kholood

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