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Calls grow for Mancini’s replacement as Saudi Arabia drops in FIFA rankings
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The Saudi national football team has fallen three places in the latest FIFA monthly rankings, landing at 59th in the world after previously holding the 56th position.This decline follows disappointing results in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers, where the team lost to Japan and drew with Bahrain.These setbacks have sparked demands from the Saudi sports community for a change in coach Roberto Mancini, urging the federation to appoint a new coach to lead the team through the remaining qualifying matches and secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.As it stands, Saudi Arabia is third in its group with 5 points after four matches, having won one, drawn two, and lost one. The team faces Australia next month, which will be crucial for their chances of qualification.In the...
October 24, 2024

Calls grow for Mancini’s replacement as Saudi Arabia drops in FIFA rankings

German coach Matthias Jaissle speaking during a press conference held at the Al Ahli club.
Matthias Jaissle holds Al Ahli management accountable for unmet transfer needs
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — German coach Matthias Jaissle of Al Ahli Saudi FC expressed his determination to showcase the best possible performance from his team in every match.This statement came during a press conference held at the Al Ahli club, where he discussed preparations for the upcoming match against Al Okhdood in the eighth round of the Saudi Pro League.Jaissle acknowledged the contrasting performances of his team, stating, “We have seen a remarkable version of Al Ahli in the Asian elite competition, and a less impressive one in the league.”He added, “I agree that we perform well in Asia, but we are focusing on the details in preparation for each match, and I hope we continue to show our best in all our competitions.”Regarding the expectations for the next match, he...
October 24, 2024

Matthias Jaissle holds Al Ahli management accountable for unmet transfer needs

Al-Ettifaq secures strong start in Gulf Champions League with 3-1 victory over Al-Riffa
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Ettifaq marked an ideal beginning in the Gulf Champions League by overcoming their Bahraini guest, Al-Riffa, with a 3-1 victory in the opening round of the group stage at the Al-Ettifaq Club stadium in Dammam.Despite trailing initially after Joel Vinicius scored for Al-Riffa in the 41st minute, Al-Ettifaq turned the game around, thanks to a remarkable performance by Cameroonian striker Karl Toko Ekambi, who netted two goals, along with a third goal from captain Georginio Wijnaldum.Ekambi quickly leveled the score just a minute after Al-Riffa's opening goal, and he added another early in the second half to put Al-Ettifaq ahead. Wijnaldum sealed the victory with a third goal in stoppage time.The win allows Al-Ettifaq to bounce back from recent domestic...
October 24, 2024

Al-Ettifaq secures strong start in Gulf Champions League with 3-1 victory over Al-Riffa

Al Taawoun secures 2-1 victory over Altyn Asyr in AFC Champions League match
Saudi Gazette reportALQASSIM — Saudi Arabia’s Al Taawoun FC capitalized on their home advantage to secure a 2-1 victory against Altyn Asyr FC of Turkmenistan in their AFC Champions League Two 2024/25 Group B match on Wednesday.This win brought Al Taawoun's points total to six at the halfway mark of the group stage, while Altyn Asyr remains in search of their first point, with the two teams set to meet again on November 6.Al Taawoun started the game strong but only managed to create one significant chance early on. In the 12th minute, a corner kick led to Flavio da Silva striking the upright with a powerful shot.The Saudi Pro League side maintained their pressure, coming close again with a curling free-kick from Musa Barrow that required Altyn Asyr goalkeeper Dovletmuhammet Jallatov...
October 24, 2024

Al Taawoun secures 2-1 victory over Altyn Asyr in AFC Champions League match

Turki Al-Sheikh shares Nadal’s positive message, denies speculation around Saudi ties
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In the midst of ongoing speculation surrounding Rafael Nadal’s comments about Saudi Arabia, Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, took to social media to clear the air.Al-Sheikh shared a message from Nadal, highlighting the Spanish tennis legend’s gratitude and positive experience during the Riyadh Season.The message, which was posted on Al-Sheikh’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, reads: “Hello your excellency! This is Rafa Nadal! I hope you are doing very well! I want to thank you very much for everything last week! It has been amazing playing in the Riyadh Season. Thanks for all the presents and your hospitality at your home! Thank you very much on behalf of my family too! Hope to see you very soon."Al-Sheikh...
October 23, 2024

Turki Al-Sheikh shares Nadal’s positive message, denies speculation around Saudi ties

Al Ahli secures 2-1 victory over Al Rayyan in AFC Champions League
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — Al Ahli Saudi FC continued their perfect start to the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 campaign, securing their third consecutive win by defeating Al Rayyan 2-1 at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Monday.Goals from Gabri Veiga and Feras Al Brikan gave Al Ahli a solid lead heading into halftime, while an own goal from Fahad Al Hamad provided a mere consolation for Qatar’s Al Rayyan.Al Rayyan had an early opportunity to take the lead when Trezeguet made a powerful run into the left side of the area and set up Hazem Shehata, whose shot was turned away for a corner by Al Ahli’s goalkeeper, Ibanez.In the 12th minute, Al Ahli came close to breaking the deadlock when Al Brikan surged into the box and set up Ivan Toney at the far post, but Al Rayyan keeper Paulo Victor...
October 21, 2024

Al Ahli secures 2-1 victory over Al Rayyan in AFC Champions League

Neymar returns to action in Al Hilal’s thrilling victory over Al Ain
Saudi Gazette reportABU DHABI — After more than a year away from the field due to injury, Brazilian star Neymar recently made his return, participating in the second half of Al Hilal's match against UAE's Al Ain on Monday in the third round of the AFC Champions League Elite.Neymar entered the match in the 77th minute, replacing the injured Nasser Al-Dawsari, while the Saudi visitors were leading 5-3 thanks to a hat trick from Salem Al-Dawsari.Neymar, who joined Al Hilal in August 2023 from Paris Saint-Germain, sustained a cruciate ligament and meniscus injury on October 17 of the same year during a match with the Brazilian national team against Uruguay in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.The Brazilian, who was not included in Al Hilal's local roster for...
October 21, 2024

Neymar returns to action in Al Hilal’s thrilling victory over Al Ain

Salem Al Dawsari’s hat trick leads Al Hilal to thrilling 5-4 victory over Al Ain in AFC Champions League
Saudi Gazette reportALAIN — Salem Al Dawsari scored a remarkable hat trick to secure a dramatic 5-4 victory for 10-man Al Hilal SFC against Al Ain FC at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on Monday, maintaining Jorge Jesus’ side's perfect start to the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25.Al Hilal took the lead in the 26th minute with a low shot from Renan Lodi, assisted by Aleksandar Mitrovic. Al Ain equalized in the 39th minute when Soufiane Rahimi capitalized on a defensive error, poking the ball home after a corner kick.The match shifted in Al Hilal's favor just before half-time, with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic heading Joao Cancelo’s cross past Al Ain's goalkeeper, Eisa. Shortly after, Al Dawsari slotted home from a tight angle, giving Al Hilal a 2-1 lead.In the second half, Mateo...
October 21, 2024

Salem Al Dawsari’s hat trick leads Al Hilal to thrilling 5-4 victory over Al Ain in AFC Champions League

Real Madrid won the fourth edition held in Riyadh earlier this year in 2024.
Saudi Arabia to host the Spanish Super Cup in Jeddah
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The Ministry of Sports announced that Saudi Arabia will host the Spanish Super Cup for the fifth time in Jeddah from January 8 to 12, 2025.The tournament will feature four clubs: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Athletic Bilbao, and Real Mallorca.The matches will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, following a knockout format.In the first match, Real Madrid will face Real Mallorca on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.The following day, Barcelona will go up against Athletic Bilbao on Thursday, January 9.The winners of these matches will advance to the final, scheduled for Sunday evening, January 12.Saudi Arabia previously hosted four editions of the Spanish Super Cup, with the first being in 2020 in Jeddah, where Real Madrid won the title after defeating...
October 20, 2024

Saudi Arabia to host the Spanish Super Cup in Jeddah

The Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al-Sheikh, crowned world number one Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner as the champion of the Six Kings Grand Slam.
Turki Al-Sheikh crowns Jannik Sinner champion of the Six Kings Grand Slam in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al-Sheikh, crowned world number one Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner as the champion of the Six Kings Grand Slam tournament held as part of Riyadh Season, after he defeated world number two Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling match that ended with a score of 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-3.The exciting match drew the attention of thousands of tennis fans around the world and was filled with drama and challenges. Alcaraz unexpectedly faltered in the final set, leaving the court without scoring points, which led to Sinner's victory in this prestigious tournament.The two stars concluded the three-day tournament held in The Avenue in Riyadh with emotional statements reflecting their strong friendship and...
October 20, 2024

Turki Al-Sheikh crowns Jannik Sinner champion of the Six Kings Grand Slam in Riyadh

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