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Adam scored the match's only goal during stoppage time, breaking the deadlock in a game that seemed destined for a goalless draw. (SPL)
Abdulfattah Adam leads Al Taawoun to first victory in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportALQASSIM — Striker Abdulfattah Adam led Al Taawoun to their first victory in the Saudi Pro League, securing a 1-0 win against Al Fayha on Thursday in Buraidah. Adam scored the match's only goal during stoppage time, breaking the deadlock in a game that seemed destined for a goalless draw.Adam managed to break the silence of the match and opened the scoring for the new season with a header in the fifth minute of stoppage time, earning Al Taawoun their first three points of the season.The match also witnessed the first red card of the new season, which was awarded to Al Taawoun’s Ibrahim Al Shuwaish after the referee reviewed the incident using VAR.Al Taawoun had to cope without the services of Walid Al Ahmad, who was forced to leave the pitch early in the match...
August 23, 2024

Abdulfattah Adam leads Al Taawoun to first victory in Saudi Pro League

Al Fateh appoints Swedish coach Jens Gustafsson ahead of new SPL season
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al Fateh Club has officially announced the signing of Swedish coach Jens Gustafsson to lead the team for the upcoming football season.Gustafsson will make his debut as head coach in Al Fateh’s match against Al Qadsiah on Friday marking the start of their campaign in the Saudi Pro League.The new coach has already overseen the final preparations for the team in Al Ahsa ahead of their first league match.At 45 years old, Gustafsson faces significant challenges in his new role, particularly due to the departure of more than five key players, including three foreign professionals: goalkeeper Jacob Rinne, Spanish forward Cristian Tello, and Algerian midfielder Sofiane Bendebka.Additionally, local talents Abbas Al Hassan, who moved to NEOM, goalkeeper Mustafa...
August 23, 2024

Al Fateh appoints Swedish coach Jens Gustafsson ahead of new SPL season

Ronaldo celebrates his goal against Al Raed on Thursday. (Al Nassr)
Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 50 goals for Al Nassr in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has reached a significant milestone, scoring his 50th goal for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League during his 48th appearance since joining the league.With his goal against Al Raed on Thursday, Ronaldo became the third foreign player in Al Nassr's history to reach 50 goals in the Saudi Pro League, following Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah, who scored 77 goals, and Brazilian forward Talisca, who netted 56 goals.Ronaldo is also the second-fastest player to reach 50 goals for Al Nassr, achieving this feat in just 48 matches, trailing only Hamdallah, who reached the mark in 42 matches.In the broader context of the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo is now the third-fastest player in history to score 50 goals, behind Hamdallah (42...
August 23, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 50 goals for Al Nassr in Saudi Pro League

Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of Al Nassr, opened his and the team's scoring for the new season with a brilliant goal, heading in a cross from Sadio Mané in the 34th minute. (SPL)
Saudi Pro League: Al Nassr disappoints fans with a shaky start, drawing 1-1 with Al Raed
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr disappointed its fans with a shaky start to the Saudi Pro League, drawing 1-1 with visiting team Al Raed at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh.Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of Al Nassr, opened his and the team's scoring for the new season with a brilliant goal, heading in a cross from Sadio Mané in the 34th minute.Early in the second half, Al Raed was awarded a penalty, and the referee initially showed a red card to Spanish defender Aymeric Laporte. However, after reviewing the decision with VAR, the referee downgraded the card to a yellow and allowed the penalty, which Al Raed's Mohammed Fouzair converted to equalize.Ronaldo nearly put Al Nassr back in the lead in the 76th minute, but his second goal was disallowed after VAR ruled it...
August 22, 2024

Saudi Pro League: Al Nassr disappoints fans with a shaky start, drawing 1-1 with Al Raed

The draw ceremony took place on Wednesday in New Alamein City, Egypt.
Saudi Arabia's Al-Khaleej Handball Club drawn in tough group for 2024 IHF Men's Super Globe
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — The draw for the 2024 IHF Men's Super Globe, the Handball Club World Championship, has placed Saudi Arabia's Al-Khaleej, the Asian champions, in Group C alongside Germany's SC Magdeburg and the USA's California Eagles.The draw ceremony took place on Wednesday in New Alamein City, Egypt.The tournament is scheduled to be held from September 27 to October 3 at the indoor hall of the Egypt International Olympic Games City in the New Administrative Capital.A total of nine clubs are participating in the championship, divided into three groups. Group A features Hungary's Veszprém, Egypt's Zamalek, and Brazil's Taubaté, while Group B includes Spain's Barcelona, Egypt's Al Ahly, and Australia's University of Sydney....
August 22, 2024

Saudi Arabia's Al-Khaleej Handball Club drawn in tough group for 2024 IHF Men's Super Globe

The league resumes after its last match on May 27, where Al Hilal clinched the championship in the final round of the previous season.
Saudi Professional League kicks off new season after 87-day break
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Roshn Saudi Professional League is set to kick off its new season on Thursday, with Al Taawoun hosting Al Fayha, while Al Nassr faces off against Al Raed following their recent loss in the Diriyah Super Cup final. Meanwhile, Al Riyadh will travel to Makkah to take on Al Wehda.The league resumes after its last match on May 27, where Al Hilal clinched the championship in the final round of the previous season.Al Nassr, last season’s runner-up and a three-time league champion, enters the season on shaky ground after suffering a heavy 4-1 defeat to fierce rivals Al Hilal in the Diriyah Super Cup final. This was followed by the resignation of club president Ibrahim Al-Muhaideb on Tuesday, less than two months after he was elected.Coach Luís Castro remains...
August 22, 2024

Saudi Professional League kicks off new season after 87-day break

Al-Qadsiah led the way with 13 new contracts, including high-profile players like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Al-Hilal, Al-Fateh, and Al-Wehda yet to seal new signings as Saudi Pro League clubs gear up for 2024-25 season
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Just hours before the kickoff of the 2024-25 Saudi Professional League, reigning champions Al-Hilal, along with Al-Fateh and Al-Wehda, have yet to finalize any new signings, leaving their fans in suspense. Meanwhile, 15 other SPL clubs have been actively strengthening their squads in preparation for the new season.The Saudi summer transfer window remains open until September 2, giving clubs about 12 more days to finalize their rosters. This transfer period has already seen significant movement among both foreign and local players, with clubs navigating the current roster limit, which caps each team at 25 players.Al-Hilal has been in the spotlight with its pursuit of Manchester City defenders Kyle Walker and João Cancelo. Al-Hilal is focusing on bolstering...
August 21, 2024

Al-Hilal, Al-Fateh, and Al-Wehda yet to seal new signings as Saudi Pro League clubs gear up for 2024-25 season

Clubs will retain all ticket revenues, without affecting the allocation of seats for home and away fans, which is set at 70% for the home team and 30% for the visiting team, as per the league's operational regulations. (File Photo)
Saudi Pro League partners with Webook as official ticketing platform
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Pro League has announced a partnership with Webook, making it the official ticketing platform for the league for the upcoming three seasons, beginning with the 2024-2025 season.This collaboration will provide flexibility to participating clubs, allowing them to introduce new services and products, such as early ticket releases and season tickets tailored to each club's preferences.In its initial phase, Webook will support clubs with technical assistance, continuous promotion, and marketing of tickets, contributing to increased sales.Additionally, the platform aims to enhance the fan experience by simplifying access for both local and international audiences through a unified ticketing site for league matches.Clubs will retain all ticket...
August 21, 2024

Saudi Pro League partners with Webook as official ticketing platform

The Esports World Cup, held at Boulevard Riyadh City, has featured over 1,500 players from 500 teams competing across 22 tournaments, with a total prize pool of $60 million.
Saudi Pro League names season's opening round 'Esports World Cup Round' in honor of global event
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Pro League has announced that the first round of the new season, set to begin on Thursday, will be named the "Esports World Cup Round."This decision honors the achievements of the inaugural edition of the global tournament, which is set to conclude next Sunday after an eight-week run.The Esports World Cup, held at Boulevard Riyadh City, has featured over 1,500 players from 500 teams competing across 22 tournaments, with a total prize pool of $60 million. This event has significantly bolstered Riyadh's standing as a global capital for esports.Boulevard Riyadh City, the venue for the Esports World Cup, has hosted a variety of accompanying activities for visitors from both inside and outside the Kingdom. These activities have seamlessly...
August 21, 2024

Saudi Pro League names season's opening round 'Esports World Cup Round' in honor of global event

Neymar led 'Team Neymar Jr' in a special competition on Tuesday at the SEF Arena, which sold out for the event. (Supplied)
Neymar celebrates Esports World Cup in Riyadh: 'A great opportunity for Saudi Arabia and the world'
RIYADH — Neymar Jr., the renowned Al Hilal and Brazil forward, has added his voice to the growing acclaim for the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, describing the event as a "great opportunity" for both Saudi Arabia and the global community.His endorsement came during a special appearance on Tuesday, where he led ‘Team Neymar Jr’ in a sold-out competition at the SEF Arena.Neymar, who has been with Saudi Pro League champions Al Hilal since 2023, is not just a football icon but also a passionate gamer.During his visit, he spoke extensively about the significance of the Esports World Cup, highlighting its role in showcasing Saudi Arabia’s culture and hospitality to the world."This is a great opportunity for the country, especially in terms of the visibility it has generated....
August 21, 2024

Neymar celebrates Esports World Cup in Riyadh: 'A great opportunity for Saudi Arabia and the world'

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