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 Ziyad Almaayouf.
Saudi's first pro boxer Ziyad Almaayouf set for monumental Riyadh return during Riyadh Season
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s first professional boxer, Ziyad "Zizo" Almaayouf (6-0-1, 1 KO), is set to make his highly anticipated return to the ring on February 22 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh.The fight is part of "The Last Crescendo," a landmark event during Riyadh Season that includes the historic light heavyweight unification rematch between Dmitry Bivol (22-0, 11 KOs) and Artur Beterbiev (19-0, 19 KOs).The 24-year-old Almaayouf, a trailblazer for Middle Eastern boxing, has steadily built his career since turning professional in 2022, emerging as a lightweight contender and a symbol of Saudi Arabia's growing influence in global boxing.“This isn’t just about my career – it’s about proving Saudi Arabia belongs at boxing’s highest level,” Almaayouf...
January 14, 2025

Saudi's first pro boxer Ziyad Almaayouf set for monumental Riyadh return during Riyadh Season

Al Orobah sign Saudi Pro League's all-time top scorer Omar Al Somah
Saudi Gazette reportALJOUF — Roshn Saudi League (RSL) side Al Orobah announced on Saturday the signing of Syrian forward Omar Al Somah from Qatari club Al Arabi, marking the return of the league’s all-time top scorer.The 35-year-old Al Somah scored a record 144 goals in 180 RSL appearances during an illustrious eight-year tenure at Al Ahli from 2014 to 2022.His prolific goal-scoring prowess earned him three consecutive RSL Golden Boots between the 2014-15 and 2016-17 seasons, culminating in leading Al Ahli to their first domestic league title in 32 years in 2015-16.After Al Ahli’s shock relegation in 2022, Al Somah moved to Qatar, where he joined Al Arabi and guided them to their first Emir Cup title in 30 years.Al Orobah, competing in the RSL for the first time in a decade, are...
January 12, 2025

Al Orobah sign Saudi Pro League's all-time top scorer Omar Al Somah

Al Ittihad held to 1-1 draw by Al Fayha, lose Saudi League top spot
Saudi Gazette reportALQASSIM — Al Ittihad surrendered their position atop the Roshn Saudi League standings after being held to a dramatic 1-1 draw by Al Fayha at King Abdullah Sports City in Buraidah on Saturday.A cagey first half made way for an eventful second period, with both teams creating moments of tension and drama.Despite Al Ittihad dominating large spells, Laurent Blanc’s men failed to capitalize on two penalties, ultimately salvaging a point through a late equalizer.The game’s turning point seemed imminent 12 minutes into the second half when Al Ittihad were awarded a penalty following a handball by Al Fayha’s Spanish midfielder Alejandro Pozuelo.However, Karim Benzema, aiming to edge closer to the league’s top scorer Aleksandar Mitrovic, was thwarted by Al Fayha...
January 12, 2025

Al Ittihad held to 1-1 draw by Al Fayha, lose Saudi League top spot

Al Hilal thrash Al Orobah 5-0 to reclaim Roshn Saudi League top spot
Saudi Gazette reportALJOUF — Al Hilal delivered a dominant second-half performance in Sakakah, securing a commanding 5-0 win over Al Orobah at Al Jouf University Stadium on Saturday.The victory propelled the reigning Roshn Saudi League champions back to the top of the table, level with Al Ittihad on 37 points but ahead on goal difference.The Matchweek 14 clash was marked by key absences for both sides.Al Hilal were without captain Salem Al Dawsari and top scorer Aleksandar Mitrovic, while Al Orobah missed Kurt Zouma, Jean Michael Seri, and Johann Berg Gudmundsson, among others.Ruben Neves opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 16th minute after Mohammed Al Qahtani was fouled.Ali Al Bulayhi doubled the lead early in the second half with a precise header from Sergej...
January 12, 2025

Al Hilal thrash Al Orobah 5-0 to reclaim Roshn Saudi League top spot

Al-Ahli defeats Al-Shabab 3-2 in Saudi Pro League thriller
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ahli continued their winning streak with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Al-Shabab in the 14th round of the Saudi Pro League, hosted at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium.English forward Ivan Toney struck within seconds of kick-off, setting the tone for an electrifying encounter.Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga doubled Al-Ahli's lead, making it easier for the home side to claim all three points.The victory lifted Al-Ahli to 26 points, while Al-Shabab, struggling to find form, remains on 23 points, extending their winless run in the league.Al-Shabab, buoyed by their recent triumph over Al-Fayha to reach the King’s Cup semi-finals, looked defensively fragile in this matchup.The team, under Turkish manager Fatih Terim, missed the services of Italian...
January 11, 2025

Al-Ahli defeats Al-Shabab 3-2 in Saudi Pro League thriller

Al-Hilal striker Aleksandar Mitrović sidelined for three weeks due to injury
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al-Hilal announced on Wednesday that their Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrović will be out of action for three weeks following an injury sustained during the team’s King’s Cup semi-final match against Al-Ittihad.Medical examinations revealed a hamstring injury, necessitating a rehabilitation program to aid his recovery.Mitrović, who was forced off the pitch in the 11th minute of Tuesday’s clash, is set to miss at least five upcoming matches, including fixtures against Al-Orouba, Al-Fateh, Al-Qadsiah, Al-Wehda, and Al-Okhdood.In related news, Al-Hilal captain Salem Al-Dawsari is undergoing treatment in the club’s medical clinic after experiencing discomfort in his adductor muscle.
January 10, 2025

Al-Hilal striker Aleksandar Mitrović sidelined for three weeks due to injury

Al Nassr stages comeback to defeat Al-Okhdood 3-1 in Saudi Pro League match
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr overturned an early deficit to secure a crucial 3-1 victory against Al-Okhdood at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh during the 14th round of the Saudi Pro League.The visitors took an early lead in the 7th minute through Nigerian forward Godwin, capitalizing on a defensive error by Al Nassr.However, the hosts responded strongly before the half-hour mark when Sadio Mane equalized, converting a cross delivered by Aymeric Laporte and assisted by Sultan Al-Ghanam’s deft header.Al Nassr seized the momentum and were awarded a penalty in the 42nd minute.Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo calmly slotted the ball into the net, giving his team a 2-1 lead heading into halftime.The second half saw fewer dramatic moments, but Al Nassr sealed the victory in the 88th minute...
January 10, 2025

Al Nassr stages comeback to defeat Al-Okhdood 3-1 in Saudi Pro League match

Real Madrid sets up Spanish Super Cup final clash with Barcelona in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Real Madrid secured their place in the Spanish Super Cup final with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca on Thursday at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium (Al-Jawhara) in Jeddah.The win sets up a highly anticipated showdown against their eternal rivals, Barcelona, this Sunday.The match saw its fair share of drama, including scuffles between players, but the Madridistas ultimately emerged victorious.England international Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute, followed by an own goal by Mallorca's Slovakian defender Martin Valjent in added time.Brazilian star Rodrygo sealed the victory with a clinical strike deep into stoppage time.This is the second encounter between Real Madrid and Mallorca this season, with their first meeting in La...
January 10, 2025

Real Madrid sets up Spanish Super Cup final clash with Barcelona in Saudi Arabia

Benzema seen surrounded by Real Madrid players, with younger stars in particular showing admiration for the legendary striker.
Karim Benzema reconnects with Real Madrid roots during visit to their base in Jeddah
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — French football star Karim Benzema, currently playing for Saudi club Al-Ittihad, rekindled fond memories of his time at Real Madrid during a special visit to the Spanish team’s camp in Jeddah, where the Spanish Super Cup is being hosted.Benzema, who spent over a decade with the European giants, was warmly welcomed by the Madrid squad, including manager Carlo Ancelotti.Real Madrid's official account on "X" shared moments from the visit, including a video and photos that quickly gained widespread attention.In one of the images, Benzema is seen surrounded by Real Madrid players, with younger stars in particular showing admiration for the legendary striker, who remains an inspiration for aspiring footballers.Benzema joined Al-Ittihad in June 2023...
January 10, 2025

Karim Benzema reconnects with Real Madrid roots during visit to their base in Jeddah

Al-Ittihad players celebrate with Serbian goalkeeper Predrag Rajković after the penalty shootout.
Rajković shines as Al-Ittihad edge Al-Hilal in dramatic King’s Cup quarter-final
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Serbian goalkeeper Predrag Rajković led Al-Ittihad to the semi-finals of the King’s Cup with a heroic performance, saving three penalties in a dramatic shootout against Al-Hilal.The match, played at the sold-out Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, ended 3-1 in penalties after an enthralling 2-2 draw in regulation and extra time, providing fans with a spectacle worthy of a final.French star Karim Benzema, captain of Al-Ittihad, played a pivotal role, scoring twice during the match and converting in the penalty shootout to secure a marathon victory for his side.The first half ended in a goalless stalemate, with controversy arising when Benzema's goal was ruled offside in the 44th minute.The stalemate reflected a closely contested battle, with Al-Hilal suffering a...
January 08, 2025

Rajković shines as Al-Ittihad edge Al-Hilal in dramatic King’s Cup quarter-final

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