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Al Hilal accuses SPL’s Michael Emenalo of bias and SFF’s Manuel Navarro of pressuring team to accept local referees
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal Club has strongly criticized the officiating standards in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) following its controversial 1-1 draw against Al Riyadh, calling for the appointment of elite foreign referees to ensure fairness in the competition.In an official statement, Al Hilal directly accused Manuel Navarro, Chairman of the Referees Committee at the Saudi Football Federation (SFF), of pressuring clubs to accept Saudi referees despite ongoing concerns about their quality and neutrality.The club reiterated its firm stance against reverting to local officiating crews, arguing that recent refereeing decisions have negatively impacted the league's credibility.The club also took aim at Michael Emenalo, Director of Football at the Saudi Pro League (SPL),...
February 15, 2025

Al Hilal accuses SPL’s Michael Emenalo of bias and SFF’s Manuel Navarro of pressuring team to accept local referees

Al Hilal held to controversial 1-1 draw against Al Riyadh, missing chance to reclaim top spot
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal’s push to reclaim the Roshn Saudi League top spot suffered another setback as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Al Riyadh in a controversy-filled match on Thursday night, where VAR played a decisive role in disallowing a goal and a penalty.After a goalless first half, Al Riyadh thought they had taken the lead through Jean-Philippe Krasso, but VAR ruled out his first goal for offside.However, moments later, he managed to beat Yassine Bounou again, and this time, the goal stood after video review confirmation.Al Hilal equalized in the 60th minute through their captain Salem Al Dawsari, who capitalized on a well-placed opportunity to keep his side in contention.The hosts pressed for a late winner, with Al Dawsari missing a close-range chance and...
February 15, 2025

Al Hilal held to controversial 1-1 draw against Al Riyadh, missing chance to reclaim top spot

Jhon Duran’s brace powers 10-man Al Nassr to thrilling 3-2 victory over Al Ahli
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Jhon Duran continued his sensational start with Al Nassr, scoring twice to lead his 10-man team to a dramatic 3-2 victory over Al Ahli in a highly charged Roshn Saudi League Matchweek 20 encounter at the newly renamed Alinma Stadium on Thursday night.Despite being a man down for the entire second half, Al Nassr fought relentlessly to secure a fifth consecutive league win, moving to within three points of second-placed Al Hilal. The loss leaves Al Ahli in fifth place, six points adrift of Al Nassr.Al Ahli thought they had taken the lead inside six minutes when Riyad Mahrez broke through to score, but the goal was ruled offside.At the other end, Duran struck first in the 30th minute, collecting a short pass from substitute Ayman Yahya, turning, and firing into...
February 14, 2025

Jhon Duran’s brace powers 10-man Al Nassr to thrilling 3-2 victory over Al Ahli

FIFA officially confirmed Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 men’s FIFA World Cup last December
Saudi Arabia confirms alcohol ban for 2034 FIFA World Cup
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has confirmed that alcohol will not be sold at the 2034 FIFA World Cup, which the Kingdom will host across five cities.Speaking to British digital radio station LBC News on Thursday, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the UK, Prince Khalid bin Bandar bin Sultan, emphasized the country’s stance on alcohol."Rather like our weather, it's a dry country. At the moment, we don’t allow alcohol, but plenty of fun can be had without it. It's not 100% necessary," he said.He further added, "If you want to drink after you leave, you're welcome to, but at the moment, we don't have alcohol."Prince Khalid stressed that Saudi Arabia welcomes visitors but will not alter its cultural norms. "We are happy to accommodate people within our...
February 14, 2025

Saudi Arabia confirms alcohol ban for 2034 FIFA World Cup

Taylor Swift - pictured in between two of the Haim sisters - watching boyfriend Travis Kelce's Chiefs at her second Super Bowl appearance
Eagles win Super Bowl LIX to end the Chiefs’ dream of a three-peat
NEW ORLEANS — The Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday won their franchise’s second Super Bowl championship, putting an end to the Kansas City Chiefs’ dream of a three-peat with a dominant and complete performance on both sides of the ball, winning 40-22.The Eagles forced Patrick Mahomes and the high-powered Chiefs offense into looking ordinary at best, pressing the superstar quarterback into numerous mistakes – none bigger than the two second-quarter interceptions that blew open what had been a tight game.The first pick, by Cooper DeJean, was returned for a touchdown after Mahomes simply didn’t see him as he scrambled away from the omnipresent Eagles pass rush. The second was the backbreaker as edge rusher Josh Sweat pushed one of Mahomes’ offensive lineman into the quarterback as he...
February 10, 2025

Eagles win Super Bowl LIX to end the Chiefs’ dream of a three-peat

Sharifa Al-Sudairi makes historic debut at Asian Winter Games
Saudi Gazette reportHARBIN, China — Saudi alpine skier Sharifa Al-Sudairi made history with her participation on Saturday in the ninth Asian Winter Games, marking the Kingdom’s first-ever appearance in the competition. Although she was unable to qualify for the second round, her presence was a significant milestone for Saudi winter sports.Al-Sudairi competed alongside her teammate Jude Farhoud in representing the Saudi alpine skiing team, while fellow athlete Fayik Abdi is set to take part in his events on Sunday.Meanwhile, the Saudi national curling team continues intensive training in preparation for their upcoming matches on Sunday. The team is scheduled to play two matches—first against Qatar, followed by a game against host nation China.On the first day of the competition, South...
February 08, 2025

Sharifa Al-Sudairi makes historic debut at Asian Winter Games

Al Nassr reclaims third place with 3-0 victory over Al Fayha as Jhon Durán shines
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr reclaimed third place in the Saudi Pro League standings after securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Al Fayha on Friday night, with Colombian forward Jhon Durán making an instant impact by scoring his first two league goals.The win propelled Al Nassr to 41 points, reinforcing their position in the top three, while Al Fayha remained at 16 points, slipping to 14th place in the table.Durán opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, marking his first goal in the Saudi Pro League, before doubling his tally in the 72nd minute to strengthen his team's lead.The night was also special for Cristiano Ronaldo, who celebrated his 40th birthday as fans at Al Awal Park chanted his name in the 40th minute.Just minutes later, the Portuguese star sealed the victory...
February 08, 2025

Al Nassr reclaims third place with 3-0 victory over Al Fayha as Jhon Durán shines

Ivan Toney’s brace secures Al Ahli victory over Al Fateh in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Ivan Toney led Al Ahli to another Saudi Pro League victory, scoring twice from the penalty spot in a 2-0 win over Al Fateh in Matchweek 19 at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium.With the win, Al Ahli reached 38 points, maintaining fifth place in the league table as they prepare for a highly anticipated clash against third-placed Al Nassr. Meanwhile, Al Fateh remained at 10 points, sitting at the bottom of the standings.The match saw two penalties awarded to Al Ahli, both converted by Toney. The first came in the 17th minute, after a foul inside the box resulted in a red card for Al Fateh’s Hussein Qassem. Toney calmly placed his shot past the goalkeeper to open the scoring.In the 62nd minute, Al Ahli was awarded another penalty, with Toney once again stepping...
February 08, 2025

Ivan Toney’s brace secures Al Ahli victory over Al Fateh in Saudi Pro League

Karim Benzema's last-gasp winner sends Al Ittihad to the top of Roshn Saudi League
Saudi Gazette reportBURAIDAH — Karim Benzema struck deep into stoppage time on Thursday night, securing Al Ittihad a dramatic 2-1 victory over Al Taawoun and propelling the defending champions back to the Roshn Saudi League summit.Despite taking the lead midway through the first half, Al Ittihad were made to work hard for the win.The in-form Abdulrahman Al Aboud capitalized on a rebound to score his fourth goal in five RSL matches, giving the visitors an early advantage.However, Al Taawoun responded just before halftime. In the 10th minute of added time, Faycal Fajr’s corner found Musa Barrow unmarked at the far post, and the Gambian forward’s low volley deflected off Danilo Pereira, leveling the score.Heading into Matchweek 19, Al Ittihad were behind Al Hilal only on goal difference...
February 07, 2025

Karim Benzema's last-gasp winner sends Al Ittihad to the top of Roshn Saudi League

Al Hilal reclaims top spot in AFC Champions League Elite with 4-1 win over Persepolis
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal reclaimed the top spot in the West Zone of the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Persepolis FC in their penultimate League Stage match on Tuesday.Brazilian midfielder Malcom delivered a standout performance, scoring his first goal of the campaign and assisting twice to inspire Al Hilal to a crucial win. The result saw the Saudi side move ahead of Al Ahli Saudi FC on goal difference.For Persepolis, the defeat meant dropping out of the top eight, though the Iranian club still has a chance to advance to the next stage with one match remaining.Persepolis started strong at Kingdom Arena, but Al Hilal broke the deadlock in the 10th minute with a brilliant individual goal from Malcom. Picking up the ball inside his own...
February 05, 2025

Al Hilal reclaims top spot in AFC Champions League Elite with 4-1 win over Persepolis

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