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Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul at chaotic weigh-in
Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during final face-off
DALLAS — Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul at a charged weigh-in for Friday's controversial heavyweight fight in Texas.Novice boxer Paul, 27, will take on 58-year-old Tyson at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas.After both men had weighed in, Paul crawled across the floor before rising up to Tyson's eyeline for the traditional final head-to-head.Tyson had refused to engage with Paul's goading for much of fight week, but slapped his opponent across the face, prompting security and team members to rush in to separate the fighters."Talking's over," Tyson said and walked off stage. Paul, meanwhile, was smiling before sitting down and appearing to meditate."I didn't even feel it. He's angry. He's an angry little elf," Paul said of the slap."Mike Tyson, I...
November 15, 2024

Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during final face-off

Australia and Saudi Arabia settle for goalless draw in AFC Asian Qualifiers
Saudi Gazette reportMELBOURNE — Australia and Saudi Arabia battled to a 0-0 draw in their AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26 Group C match at the Melbourne Rectangular Arena on Thursday.The result left both teams with six points at the midway stage of the qualifiers, with neither side satisfied with the outcome.Australia had an early opportunity in the seventh minute when Saudi Arabia's Musab Al Juwayr was penalised for a handball just outside the box. However, Ajdin Hrustic’s free-kick was blocked by the defensive wall.The Saudi response came with Yasir Al Shahrani crossing for Marwan Al Sahafi, but the ball was cleared by Christian Burgess.Australia continued to pressure Saudi Arabia’s defence, earning a free-kick in the 17th minute. Lewis Miller’s header from Hrustic’s...
November 14, 2024

Australia and Saudi Arabia settle for goalless draw in AFC Asian Qualifiers

World Cup qualifiers: Saudi national team departs for Australia with key absences due to injury
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi national team departed early Saturday morning without two of their key midfielders, Salem Al-Dawsari and AbduleIlah Al-Malki, after French coach Hervé Renard made the decision to exclude them from the squad following injuries sustained in the match between Al Hilal and Al Ettifaq on Friday in the Saudi Pro League.Al Hilal confirmed that captain Al-Dawsari suffered an ankle injury, as indicated by urgent medical scans at a hospital in Riyadh. As a result, Renard has called up Al Hilal’s Mohammad Al-Qahtani as a replacement.The Saudi team’s delegation departed from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, heading to Melbourne, Australia, where they will face Australia on November 14 at the Rectangular Stadium, followed by a match against...
November 09, 2024

World Cup qualifiers: Saudi national team departs for Australia with key absences due to injury

Jaissle addresses criticism of Ivan Toney's performances, plans to work with him during FIFA break
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Matthias Jaissle, coach of Al Ahli, acknowledged that his team's 2-0 victory over Al Raed in Round 10 of the Saudi Pro League was not an easy one, despite securing the win.In the post-match press conference, Jaissle said, "It was a tough match as we expected, against a team that is strong in defense. We completely dominated the game and didn’t allow them to create any real danger."He continued, "We hoped to finish the match early by converting the chances we had. It’s an important victory before the break, and it’s crucial to head into the FIFA break with a win and positive energy. We will work with the available players during this time."Jaissle also spoke about his team's defensive strength: "It was a difficult match,...
November 09, 2024

Jaissle addresses criticism of Ivan Toney's performances, plans to work with him during FIFA break

Jorge Jesus highlights difficulty of Al Hilal's 3-1 win over Al Ettifaq
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus emphasized the difficulty of Al Hilal's 3-1 victory over Al Ettifaq in Round 10 of the Saudi Pro League, despite securing the three points.In the post-match press conference, Jesus said, "Before facing Al Ettifaq, we knew it would be a tough match, especially as they played in a defensive manner."He continued, "We faced difficulties, but with the movement and passing between our players, we managed to reach their goal."Jesus also spoke about the injury to his player, Salem Al Dawsari, explaining, "Salem was subjected to a dangerous tackle that should have resulted in a red card for Mishal Sobiani, the Al Ettifaq player."He added, "We don’t yet know the extent of the injury, and we will find...
November 09, 2024

Jorge Jesus highlights difficulty of Al Hilal's 3-1 win over Al Ettifaq

Gerrard confident he’s not at risk of dismissal after Al Ettifaq's defeat to Al Hilal
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — English manager Steven Gerrard of Al Ettifaq expressed his frustration with some of the referee's decisions following his team's 3-1 defeat to Al Hilal in Round 10 of the Saudi Pro League.In the post-match press conference, Gerrard said, "Congratulations to Al Hilal for the win, but at certain moments in the match, we were capable of making a difference."He added: "We are not happy with the result, but I am proud of the performance the players showed, despite the harsh referee decisions, especially regarding Al Hilal's first and third goals."Gerrard also acknowledged the challenges his team is facing, stating, "I don’t want to make excuses, but we are under a lot of pressure in our matches. We must take responsibility...
November 09, 2024

Gerrard confident he’s not at risk of dismissal after Al Ettifaq's defeat to Al Hilal

Al Hilal's Ruben Neves undergoes knee surgery, to miss matches until January
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Portuguese midfielder Ruben Neves of Al Hilal successfully underwent knee surgery on his patellar tendon on Friday in Finland, under the supervision of Dr. Lassi Limpanen.Following the procedure, Neves will begin a rehabilitation program that is expected to last until January.Neves had traveled from Riyadh to Finland on Thursday to undergo the surgery after sustaining the knee injury during Al Hilal’s match against Al Ain on October 21, as part of the AFC Champions League.Al Hilal will be without their star player for the next five matches, starting with the game against Al Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League.Neves will also miss Al Hilal's upcoming AFC Champions League encounter with Al Sadd, followed by a league match against Al Shabab, a game against Al...
November 09, 2024

Al Hilal's Ruben Neves undergoes knee surgery, to miss matches until January

Saudi Pro League: Al Hilal regains top spot with 3-1 victory over Al Ettifaq
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal returned to winning ways in the Saudi Pro League and regained the top spot with a 3-1 victory over Al Ettifaq in Round 10.The win brought Al Hilal's points total to 28, putting them at the top of the table, while Al Ettifaq continued their winless streak, remaining on 11 points after six consecutive matches without a win.Al Hilal appeared on course for a goalless draw in the first half as Al Ettifaq displayed excellent defensive organization, preventing many attacks on their goal.However, just before halftime, Serbian striker Mitrovic found space behind the defense and connected with a perfect cross from Brazilian Lodi in the second minute of stoppage time, scoring the opening goal for Al Hilal.Al Hilal's captain, Salem Al Dawsari, was forced...
November 09, 2024

Saudi Pro League: Al Hilal regains top spot with 3-1 victory over Al Ettifaq

Al Ittihad defeats Al Orobah 2-0 in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportALJOUF — Al Ittihad temporarily took the top spot in the Saudi Pro League after defeating Al Orobah 2-0, with goals from Saleh Al Shehri and Steven Bergwijn. The win lifted Al Ittihad to 27 points.Al Orobah came close to scoring early when Emmanuel Boateng’s header was cleared off the line by Al Ittihad defender AbduleIlah Al Amri before it could cross the goal line.Despite missing their injured captain Karim Benzema, Al Ittihad regained control of the game and threatened the home side’s goal through Moussa Diaby and Muhannad Al Shanqiti. It was Al Shehri, however, who opened the scoring in the 25th minute, converting a cross from Al Shanqiti with a header.In the second half, Al Shehri won a penalty, and Bergwijn converted it in the 52nd minute to give Al Ittihad...
November 09, 2024

Al Ittihad defeats Al Orobah 2-0 in Saudi Pro League

Saudi Pro League: Al Qadsiah extend positive run with 2-0 win over Al Fayha
Saudi Gazette reportALKHOBAR — Al Qadsiah continued their strong run in the Saudi Pro League with a 2-0 victory over visitors Al Fayha on Thursday in Round 10 of the competition.The newly-promoted side secured their sixth win of the season, moving up to 19 points and into fifth place, level on points with Al Nassr in fourth but trailing on goal difference.Meanwhile, Al Fayha’s points tally remained at seven, leaving them in 16th place.Al Qadsiah took the lead in the fourth minute through Turki Al Ammar, and just before the halftime whistle, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang sealed the victory with a second goal from the penalty spot in the 44th minute.
November 09, 2024

Saudi Pro League: Al Qadsiah extend positive run with 2-0 win over Al Fayha

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