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Crawford stuns Canelo in Las Vegas
Saudi Gazette reportLAS VEGAS — American star Terence Crawford cemented his legacy as one of boxing’s all-time greats, defeating Mexico’s Saul “Canelo” Álvarez by unanimous decision on Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium in front of 70,482 fans.Crawford, who was crowned unified super welterweight world champion, delivered a masterclass performance that earned him The Ring magazine belt as part of the Riyadh Season 2025 showcase.The 36-year-old improved his record to 42-0 with 31 knockouts, becoming the undisputed champion in a rare feat in modern boxing.The event was attended by Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and head of the Saudi Boxing Federation, underscoring Riyadh Season’s growing global footprint in combat sports.The night...
September 14, 2025

Crawford stuns Canelo in Las Vegas

Renan Lodi terminates Al Hilal contract, club vows to protect rights
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Al Hilal confirmed that Brazilian left back Renan Lodi has unilaterally terminated his contract with the club after returning to his homeland.Hisham Al Khathiri, the club’s communications director, said Lodi departed on Saturday evening before Al Hilal’s management received an official letter from the player’s legal representative declaring the contract termination.Al Khathiri stressed that the club will take all necessary legal measures to safeguard its rights in accordance with applicable regulations, adding that Al Hilal will continue its policy of transparency by keeping supporters updated on developments in the case.Lodi joined the Saudi giants in 2023 and featured prominently last season, making 24 appearances and scoring three goals. He played...
September 14, 2025

Renan Lodi terminates Al Hilal contract, club vows to protect rights

Darwin Nunez celebrates his first Saudi Pro League goal in Al Hilal’s 2-2 draw with Al Qadsiah at Kingdom Arena on Saturday night. (SPL)
Darwin Nunez opens SPL account as Al Hilal held by Al Qadsiah in 2-2 draw
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Darwin Nunez wasted little time making amends for a disallowed debut strike, scoring his first Saudi Pro League goal in Al Hilal’s 2-2 draw with Al Qadsiah at Kingdom Arena on Saturday night.The Uruguayan forward, one of the league’s marquee summer arrivals, equalized four minutes into the second half, sliding home Malcom’s low cross to cancel out Christopher Bonsu Baah’s early opener.The Ghanaian winger, on his RSL debut, struck in the sixth minute after capitalizing on a loose ball to beat Yassine Bono.Nunez, brought in to spearhead Al Hilal’s title charge after last season’s runner-up finish, looked to have set the champions-elect back on track.But Al Qadsiah, who finished fourth last term, hit back immediately when Julian Quinones finished a...
September 14, 2025

Darwin Nunez opens SPL account as Al Hilal held by Al Qadsiah in 2-2 draw

Riyadh to host WrestleMania 43 in 2027, first outside North America
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Riyadh Season will host WrestleMania 43 in 2027, marking the first time the iconic wrestling spectacle will be staged outside of North America. BREAKING NEWS: @TripleH and @Turki_alalshikh just announced that #WrestleMania 43 is heading to Saudi Arabia in 2027! #WrestleManiaRiyadh @RiyadhSeason pic.twitter.com/HGEQU0LMR5 — WWE (@WWE) September 12, 2025 WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings, announced the move on Friday in partnership with the General Entertainment Authority (GEA).The event is expected to elevate Saudi Arabia’s growing role in international entertainment and reinforce Riyadh Season’s global standing.In a statement, GEA Chairman Turki Alalshikh said: “WrestleMania is already the biggest date on the wrestling calendar, and this...
September 13, 2025

Riyadh to host WrestleMania 43 in 2027, first outside North America

Bergwijn brace powers Al Ittihad past Al Fateh in six-goal thriller
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Ittihad proved they can win without Karim Benzema, defeating Al Fateh 4-2 in a dramatic Roshn Saudi League clash at Alinma Stadium on Friday night.With Benzema sidelined after his opening-week hat-trick, Steven Bergwijn took center stage, striking twice in four minutes before halftime to swing the match in the champions’ favor.Laurent Blanc’s side had gone ahead on 22 minutes through Houssem Aouar, only for Matias Vargas to level for Al Fateh 11 minutes later.But Bergwijn, building on a dazzling debut season last year, restored the advantage with goals in the 35th and 39th minute.The visitors’ night worsened when Mourad Batna was sent off just before halftime.However, Ittihad also went down to 10 men on the hour when goalkeeper Predrag Rajkovic was...
September 13, 2025

Bergwijn brace powers Al Ittihad past Al Fateh in six-goal thriller

Al-Nassr's Joao Felix named MOTM after hat-trick at Al-Taawoun. (SPL)
Explained: The key moves from the Saudi Pro League summer transfers
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Pro League’s summer transfer window delivered again a headline-grabbing period in the competition’s history, turning the Kingdom into a global battleground for talents.Al Ittihad leaned on the sharp eye of sporting director Ramon Planes to reshape its roster.The Jeddah giants landed local talents Mohammed Barnawi from Al Hilal and Mohammed Hazazi from Al Nassr, while also recruiting Guinean prospect Roger Fernandes from Braga, Ivorian midfielder Mohamed Doumbia from Antwerp, and Serbian defender Jan Carlo Simic from Anderlecht.Departures included Abdullilah Hawsawi to Al Taawoun and Unai Hernández to Al Shabab on loan.Champions Al Hilal made even bigger waves, signing French fullback Theo Hernández from AC Milan and Uruguayan striker Darwin...
September 12, 2025

Explained: The key moves from the Saudi Pro League summer transfers

Floyd Mayweather Jr. (left) and Mike Tyson (right) will face off in an exhibition match in 2026
Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. set to meet in exhibition boxing match in 2026
NEW YORK — Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. are set to meet in an early 2026 matchup of boxing Hall of Famers.Tyson, who will turn 60 next year, will return to the ring after his loss to Jake Paul last year in an eight-round bout. He’ll meet the unbeaten Mayweather, 48, who said the “exhibition will give the fans what they want.”No date or site was provided in the announcement Thursday by CSI Sports, the live boxing production company which will launch a media streaming and broadcast partnership with this event.“When CSI came to me about stepping in the ring with Floyd Mayweather, I thought, ‘No way this happens,’” Tyson said in the release announcing the fight. “But, Floyd said yes.”“This fight is something neither the world nor I ever thought would or could...
September 05, 2025

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. set to meet in exhibition boxing match in 2026

Al Hilal sign Turkish defender Yusuf Akcicek on €22m deal until 2029
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi champions Al Hilal have announced the signing of Turkish teenage defender Yusuf Akcicek from Fenerbahce in a deal worth €22 million.The 19-year-old center-back, regarded as one of Turkey’s brightest prospects, has signed a four-year contract running until the summer of 2029.The move was confirmed on Monday with the headline “A new shield in Al Hilal’s squad” across the club’s official X account.Akcicek, born on January 25, 2006, joins Al Hilal under the foreign-born player rule for U-21 footballers, meaning the Riyadh club will benefit from his classification as a youth player during the next three seasons.Despite his age, Akcicek has already broken into the Turkish national team setup, featuring twice for his country during the recent...
September 02, 2025

Al Hilal sign Turkish defender Yusuf Akcicek on €22m deal until 2029

Al Ahli secure Flamengo starlet Matheus Gonçalves in long-term deal through 2027
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Ahli have completed the signing of 20-year-old Brazilian midfielder Matheus Gonçalves from Flamengo on a contract running until 2027, as the Jeddah club continue to strengthen ahead of the new season.Gonçalves, who successfully passed his medical before linking up with the first team in Jeddah, impressed last year with Flamengo.He featured in 18 matches, creating 15 scoring chances and netting five goals, while also demonstrating flair and confidence with 66 successful dribbles.Al Ahli confirmed the deal fits within their wider strategy of adding young, dynamic talent to support both domestic and continental ambitions this season.The Brazilian is not the club’s only youthful addition this window. Media reports said that Al Ahli have also secured the...
September 02, 2025

Al Ahli secure Flamengo starlet Matheus Gonçalves in long-term deal through 2027

Al Qadsiah sign German midfielder Julian Weigl to strengthen defensive midfield
Saudi Gazette reportALKHOBAR — Al Qadsiah have announced the signing of German international Julian Weigl to bolster their midfield, as the club continue reshaping their squad ahead of the Roshn Saudi League campaign.Weigl, 29, arrives with a wealth of top-level experience, known for his composure, positional discipline, and ability to dictate tempo from deep.The defensive midfielder is expected to provide balance to the side, plugging gaps that appeared in recent outings and offering stability in front of the back line.His arrival coincides with the departure of Argentine youngster Ezequiel Fernández, who has officially joined Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen following a short spell in Saudi Arabia.Al Qadsiah confirmed that Weigl could make his debut in the team’s highly anticipated...
September 02, 2025

Al Qadsiah sign German midfielder Julian Weigl to strengthen defensive midfield

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