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Green Falcons fall to Japan as Saudi fans shine in Jeddah showdown
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a highly anticipated showdown at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, the Green Falcons lost 2-0 to Japan in the third group stage of the Asian World Cup qualifiers for 2026.Despite the defeat, Saudi fans, who packed the stadium with an impressive 56,000-strong crowd, were a shining presence throughout the match.Hopes were high among the Saudi faithful for another victory in the qualifiers, especially against a Japanese side that had failed to win in Jeddah for several years, suffering three consecutive defeats.However, the Samurai Blue entered the match with a mission to avenge their past losses, and they delivered with a determined performance.Japan took the lead in the 14th minute with a goal from Daichi Kamada, who finished a well-executed team move with...
October 11, 2024

Green Falcons fall to Japan as Saudi fans shine in Jeddah showdown

Riyadh Air logo will be featured on the front of men's first team kits in all domestic and international matches
Atletico Madrid to rename stadium as Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Saudi Gazette reportMADRID — The new Saudi Arabian carrier Riyadh Air has announced a nine-year strategic agreement with Atletico Madrid to rename the Spanish club's stadium to Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium.The official unveiling of the stadium's new name is set to take place on October 20. The contract will be valid until 2033.Thousands of fans will witness the new name of the stadium being revealed on the main facades, alongside the Riyadh Air logo.This step comes within the partnership agreement between Riyadh Air and the Spanish club signed on August 10, 2023.According to the agreement, Riyadh Air has become the official sponsor and exclusive airline partner of the club. The agreement included the appearance of the “Riyadh Aviation” logo on the front of the shirt and...
October 09, 2024

Atletico Madrid to rename stadium as Riyadh Air Metropolitano

GZS4EkZWIAA9Rq5The meeting focused on Saudi Arabia's plans to develop its sports infrastructure and future projects aimed at strengthening the country's position in international sports.
Prince Abdulaziz meets FIFA delegation as Saudi Arabia prepares for official selection of 2034 World Cup bid
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Minister of Sport and President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, met with a delegation from FIFA during their inspection visit to the Kingdom as Saudi Arabia prepares for the official selection of its solo bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.The meeting focused on Saudi Arabia's plans to develop its sports infrastructure and future projects aimed at strengthening the country's position in international sports. Discussions also explored opportunities for enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and FIFA to promote sports at both local and global levels.The FIFA delegation’s five-day visit includes attending the Saudi Arabia vs. Japan match, part of the AFC World Cup 2026 qualifiers. They are...
October 08, 2024

Prince Abdulaziz meets FIFA delegation as Saudi Arabia prepares for official selection of 2034 World Cup bid

The tournament will feature four leading Italian football clubs: Inter Milan, AC Milan, Juventus, and Atalanta BC.
Saudi Arabia to host Italian Super Cup for the fifth time in January 2025
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Sport announced on Tuesday that Saudi Arabia will host the Italian Super Cup for the fifth time, scheduled to take place in Riyadh from January 2 to 6, 2025.The tournament will feature four leading Italian football clubs: Inter Milan, AC Milan, Juventus, and Atalanta BC.Saudi Arabia has previously hosted the Italian Super Cup on four occasions. The first match was held in Jeddah in 2018, where Juventus defeated AC Milan to claim the title.In 2019, the event moved to Riyadh, where Lazio emerged victorious against Juventus.In 2022, Inter Milan triumphed over AC Milan in a fierce derby, and earlier this year, Inter Milan successfully defended their title by defeating Napoli.The upcoming event underscores Saudi Arabia’s continued success in...
October 08, 2024

Saudi Arabia to host Italian Super Cup for the fifth time in January 2025

Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrović was the hero of the night, scoring both the equalizer and the winning goal.
Al Hilal triumphs 2-1 over Al Ahli in a thrilling clash to maintain top spot
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Hilal continued to shine in major encounters, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Al Ahli at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on Saturday, maintaining their lead at the top of the Saudi Pro League standings.Serbian striker Aleksandar Mitrović was the hero of the night, scoring both the equalizer and the winning goal, lifting his side to 18 points. Al Ahli, on the other hand, remained on seven points, positioned in 10th place.Al Ahli took the lead early in the match, with Gabriel Viega finishing calmly after dribbling past Al Hilal goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. Al Ahli's defense then saved a potential equalizer in the 21st minute, as Merih Demiral cleared a close-range effort by Sergej Milinković-Savić off the line.Mitrović, the...
October 06, 2024

Al Hilal triumphs 2-1 over Al Ahli in a thrilling clash to maintain top spot

Al Nassr secure commanding 3-0 victory over Al Orobah to extend winning streak
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr continued their impressive run in the Roshn Saudi League with a dominant 3-0 win over Al Orobah in the final match of Matchweek 6. Under the guidance of their Italian coach Stefano Pioli, the team secured another valuable three points, extending their winning streak.Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring for Al Nassr in the 17th minute, confidently converting a penalty after his side was awarded a spot-kick. The Portuguese forward, who captains the team, set the tone for the rest of the match.Senegalese forward Sadio Mane doubled the lead in the 29th minute, finishing off a well-executed play to put his side in control. Mane then netted his second of the match in the 71st minute, with the referee initially ruling the goal offside but reversing the...
October 06, 2024

Al Nassr secure commanding 3-0 victory over Al Orobah to extend winning streak

Georges Kevin Nkoudou celebrates his winning goal for Damac against Al Shabab.
Al Khaleej secure first win, Al Riyadh stun Al Qadsiah
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Khaleej earned their first Roshn Saudi League win since the opening weekend, defeating Al Kholood 1-0 on Friday in Dammam, courtesy of a 66th-minute strike by Abdullah Al Salem.Despite a slow start to the season, Al Khaleej managed to bounce back after earning just one point in their last four matches. The home side nearly took the lead in the 25th minute when Khaled Narey’s header from a Konstantinos Fortounis corner was brilliantly saved by Marcelo Grohe. Fortounis later came close himself, only for Grohe to deny him once again with a spectacular save.The decisive moment came in the 66th minute when captain Fabio Martins found Pedro Rebocho on the overlap, and the left-back’s low cross was converted by Al Salem. Although Martins thought he had added...
October 06, 2024

Al Khaleej secure first win, Al Riyadh stun Al Qadsiah

Karim Benzema scored his seventh goal of the season, marking his first time scoring in five consecutive matches for Al Ittihad.
Al Ittihad keeps pressure on Al Hilal after defeating Al Okhdood 2-1
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Ittihad maintained its chase of league leaders Al Hilal with a 2-1 win against Al Akhdood in the fifth round of the Saudi Pro League.With this victory, Al Ittihad raised its points total to 15, tying with Al Hilal, which is set to face Al Ahli on Saturday.Al Ittihad took the lead just five minutes after the break when Aouar launched an attack from midfield, passing to Moussa Diaby, who set up Karim Benzema to unleash a precise shot that hit the post before finding the back of the net.The 2022 Ballon d'Or winner scored his seventh goal of the season, marking his first time scoring in five consecutive matches for Al Ittihad.Aouar added a second goal with a header following a cross from Steven Bergwijn late in the match.Al Okhdood's Salah Al Abbas...
October 04, 2024

Al Ittihad keeps pressure on Al Hilal after defeating Al Okhdood 2-1

Saudi national team unveils new lineup ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a move signaling Italian coach Roberto Mancini's intent to enhance the Saudi national team's performance by refreshing the squad, the latest list features several young talents ahead of the third and fourth rounds of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.The announcement of the squad comes as the team prepares for two crucial matches: the first against Japan on October 10 and the second against Bahrain on October 15. Both matches will take place at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.Notably absent from the lineup are players from Al Hilal, including goalkeeper Mohammed Al Owais, defender Ali Al Bulayhi, fullback Muteb Al Harbi, and midfielders Mohammed Kanno and Abdullah Al Hamdan. Also missing is striker Fahd Al-Muwallad, who has been in a...
October 04, 2024

Saudi national team unveils new lineup ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers

The ceremony took place at Boulevard Riyadh City and featured a royal anthem, a parade of participating athletes, and the raising of the Olympic and Paralympic Committee flags.
Sport Minister inaugurates the third annual Saudi Games
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal, Minister of Sport, Chairman of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee of the Saudi Games, attended the opening ceremony of the third annual Saudi Games on Thursday.The ceremony took place at Boulevard Riyadh City and featured a royal anthem, a parade of participating athletes, and the raising of the Olympic and Paralympic Committee flags.Athletes took the sports oath, and the Minister of Sport officially declared the opening of the games, which will run from October 3 to 17.The tournament will showcase athletes competing in 52 individual and team sports, including seven Paralympic...
October 04, 2024

Sport Minister inaugurates the third annual Saudi Games

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