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Al Shorta holds Al Nassr to 1-1 draw in AFC Champions League opener
Saudi Gazette reportBAGHDAD — Iraq’s Al Shorta managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr Club in their opening match of the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 League Stage on Monday.Playing without key players Cristiano Ronaldo and Aymeric Laporte, Al Nassr faced a challenging match at Al-Madina International Stadium and had to settle for a point.The game began nervously for Al Nassr as goalkeeper Bento’s poor pass was intercepted by Bassam Shakir. Fortunately for the Saudi side, Mohamed Simakan blocked Shakir’s subsequent shot.Al Nassr took the lead in the 14th minute when Sultan Al Ghannam capitalized on a superb pass from Otavio, placing his shot neatly into the bottom corner.However, Al Shorta equalized in the 24th minute. Mohammed Dawood took advantage of...
September 16, 2024

Al Shorta holds Al Nassr to 1-1 draw in AFC Champions League opener

Al Ahli starts AFC Champions League campaign with 1-0 victory over persepolis
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli Saudi FC marked a successful beginning to their AFC Champions League Elite League Stage campaign with a narrow 1-0 win against Persepolis FC of Iran on Monday.Frank Kessie's early goal at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Stadium was the difference in a match that saw both teams create several opportunities but struggle with their finishing.The breakthrough came just two minutes into the game when Riyad Mahrez played a precise pass to Kessie. The Ivorian midfielder controlled the ball smoothly and fired a powerful shot past Persepolis goalkeeper Alexis Guendouz.As the match progressed, Persepolis began to assert themselves, with Soroush Rafiei and Vahid Amiri dominating the midfield and Oston Urunov causing trouble on the left...
September 16, 2024

Al Ahli starts AFC Champions League campaign with 1-0 victory over persepolis

More international athletes are expected to take part in a wider variety of sporting events in the upcoming NEOM Beach Games.
NEOM Beach Games return in November with more international stars
NEOM — The NEOM Beach Games will return this November after an exciting summer of Olympic events, promising an even more exciting line-up of athletes and competitive events.Olympic gold medalists Cassandra Beaugrande and Alex Yee (triathlete), Worthy de Jong (3x3 basketball player) and Federic Leonardo (speed climber) will be among the 1,000-plus athletes, coaches and team officials who will descend on NEOM for six dynamic sporting events starting on November 3.NEOM Open Water Swimming World Cup, the sixth sport at the NEOM Beach Games 2024, is a new event this year.The championship, which concludes the latest edition of the NEOM Beach Games, will host the world’s best open-water swimming athletes in the Red Sea.NEOM and sports rights holders continue to work with national federations...
September 16, 2024

NEOM Beach Games return in November with more international stars

Al-Ittihad demolishes Al-Wehda 7-1 in historic derby win ahead of clash with Al-Hilal
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ittihad delivered a historic 7-1 thrashing of Al-Wehda in a thrilling derby match at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, wrapping up the third round of the Saudi Pro League and sending a strong warning to Al-Hilal ahead of their anticipated clash next Saturday.The match began with a spectacular display from the nearly 50,000-strong crowd, who were treated to a historic Tifo.On the pitch, Al-Ittihad's players dazzled with their attacking prowess, led by Karim Benzema, who scored a hat-trick, and Moussa Diaby, who excelled in both goal creation and assists. New signing Steven Bergwijn also impressed with his contributions.This third consecutive victory for Al-Ittihad keeps them perfect after three rounds, matching Al-Hilal's points, who also...
September 15, 2024

Al-Ittihad demolishes Al-Wehda 7-1 in historic derby win ahead of clash with Al-Hilal

The only goal of the game was scored by Majed Kanbah in the 14th minute.
Al-Shabab continues strong start with victory over Al-Qadsiah
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Shabab continued their impressive performance in the Saudi Pro League with their second consecutive win, defeating Al-Qadsiah 1-0 in a match held at the Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam.The victory marked Al-Qadsiah's first loss of the season, halting their perfect record after winning their first two matches.The only goal of the game was scored by Majed Kanbah in the 14th minute, bringing Al-Shabab's points tally to six and compensating for their earlier loss to Al-Ettifaq in the first round.In a show of solidarity, Al-Shabab players raised a shirt with the name of their injured teammate Fahd Al-Muwallad after scoring, and wore a jersey bearing his number 8 before the match. Al-Qadsiah players also paid tribute by donning shirts with...
September 15, 2024

Al-Shabab continues strong start with victory over Al-Qadsiah

Fahad Al-Muwallad.
Fahad Al-Muwallad in critical condition after falling from balcony in Dubai
Saudi Gazette report DUBAI — Fahad Al-Muwallad, star of the Saudi national team and Al-Shabab Club, is in critical condition following a fall from his apartment balcony in Dubai, according to medical sources. Reports indicate that Al-Muwallad has suffered severe skull fractures and neck injuries, among other body injuries, and is currently in the intensive care unit of a Dubai hospital. Dubai Police is investigating with a group of individuals who were with the player. The Dubai Police General Headquarters confirmed on Saturday that the accident occurred while Al-Muwallad was on his balcony, with preliminary investigations ongoing. The Saudi Consulate in Dubai issued a statement confirming that it was notified of the accident on Thursday, and coordinated with Dubai authorities,...
September 15, 2024

Fahad Al-Muwallad in critical condition after falling from balcony in Dubai

The Doggers team emerged victorious with the gold medal.
Saudi Dodgeball Federation crowns winners of Riyadh 2024 championship
RIYADH — Abdulaziz Al-Hazani, Executive Director of the Saudi Dodgeball Federation, awarded the winners of the Riyadh 2024 Dodgeball Championship, which featured competitions in three categories: men, women, and under-16.The event saw participation from 25 teams comprising 215 players.The total prize pool for the championship was SR45,000. Teams that secured first place in each category received SR7,000, second place winners earned SR5,000, and third place winners received SR3,000 each.In the men's competition, the Samurai team clinched the gold medal, the Dark team took silver, and the Shabab Club team won bronze.For the women's competition, the Doggers team emerged victorious with the gold medal, the Flame team secured silver, and the Raging Fire team earned bronze.In the...
September 15, 2024

Saudi Dodgeball Federation crowns winners of Riyadh 2024 championship

Ronaldo has been advised to rest and will not accompany the team to Baghdad, Iraq.
Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Iraq trip due to viral infection
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr FC has announced on Sunday that the team's captain, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, is suffering from a viral infection, as stated by the club's doctor. Ronaldo has been advised to rest and will not accompany the team to Baghdad, Iraq.Daily photos shared by Al Nassr's official account on X showed Ronaldo's absence from training on Saturday, reinforcing concerns about his health.Ronaldo's fans in Baghdad have been eagerly anticipating his arrival, preparing to welcome their beloved star in the best possible way.Al Nassr will be traveling to the Iraqi capital for their AFC Champions League match against Al-Shorta, set to be played at the International Stadium.The Iraqi capital is preparing to host the Saudi club, with the team...
September 15, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo to miss Iraq trip due to viral infection

Al Hilal maintains perfect start with third consecutive win, defeats Al Riyadh 3-0
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal continued their flawless performance in the Saudi Pro League with a third consecutive victory, defeating Al Riyadh 3-0 in the third round to remain at the top of the table.Captain Salem Al-Dawsari starred in the match, scoring the first goal with a solo effort in the 53rd minute. He then provided an excellent assist to Mitrović, who scored the second goal for Al Hilal, and repeated the assist for Mitrović's third goal in stoppage time.The match, held at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium, saw the debut of new Al Hilal signings João Cancelo and Marcos Leonardo. Both players scored in the second half, but their goals were disallowed for offside.Al Hilal's victory halted Al Riyadh's perfect run and handed them their first loss of the...
September 14, 2024

Al Hilal maintains perfect start with third consecutive win, defeats Al Riyadh 3-0

Chris Smalling's debut in Saudi Pro League marred by own goal, red card
Saudi Gazette reportALQASSIM — English defender Chris Smalling's first match for Al-Fayha in the Saudi Pro League was disappointing, as his team suffered a 5-0 defeat against Al-Raed.Smalling, who recently joined from AS Roma, accidentally scored an own goal in the first match.To make matters worse, he received a red card in the 55th minute after a review by the Video Assistant Referee.Smalling, who signed with Al-Faihah in the final days of the summer transfer window, will hope to make a better impression upon his return from suspension.
September 14, 2024

Chris Smalling's debut in Saudi Pro League marred by own goal, red card

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