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Record-breaking $500,000 prize at Mobile Legends Women's Invitational champions female esports
RIYADH — The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Women's Invitational Tournament (MWI) began at the Esports World Cup on Wednesday, featuring the largest ever prize pool for a women’s esports tournament – an incredible $500,000.For Abie, a Cambodian member of Team Serendipity, one of the 12 sides taking part, the prize pool is not only life-changing but proof that becoming a professional esports player is a viable career path for women. Abie – real name Chhaylim Kenary – said: “The prize money is life-changing. It would also break the stereotype and show we can earn and make a living out of this. I am very excited and very happy at the same time that I can participate in this tournament. I feel very proud of myself.”Organized by Moonton and the Esports World Cup Foundation, the MWI...
July 25, 2024

Record-breaking $500,000 prize at Mobile Legends Women's Invitational champions female esports

Moussa Diaby poses in his new Al-Ittihad jersey at the club's summer camp in Alicante, Spain.
Al-Ittihad signs French winger Moussa Diaby in major summer transfer
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ittihad Club has announced a stellar addition to its squad with the signing of French winger Moussa Diaby from English club Aston Villa.Diaby, known for his blistering pace and dazzling footwork, joins the first team on a five-year contract following a successful medical examination in Alicante, Spain.Moussa Diaby's career is a testament to his exceptional talent and determination. Having played in top leagues across France, Germany, and England, Diaby has consistently showcased his ability to outpace defenders and deliver crucial assists and goals. His journey from the streets of Paris to the grand stadiums of Europe speaks volumes of his relentless pursuit of excellence.Upon his arrival at Al-Ittihad's training camp in Spain, Diaby received a...
July 25, 2024

Al-Ittihad signs French winger Moussa Diaby in major summer transfer

The Olympic torch is seen during a relay in the courtyard of the Louvre Museum Sunday, July 14, 2024 in Paris
Paris 2024 Olympic Games kick off today with football and rugby sevens
PARIS — The 2024 Olympics kick off today with the first games in football and rugby sevens, two days before the official ceremony scheduled for Friday.The anticipation is huge as Paris 2024 has already set a record by selling 8.6 million tickets, the highest ever.The opening events feature two football matches at 3:00 pm CET: Argentina vs. Morocco in Saint-Étienne for Group B, and Uzbekistan vs. Spain in Paris for Group C.Australia-Samoa will open the rugby sevens competition in Paris only half an hour later, at 3.30 pm CET.Fans in the Dominican Republic won't get to watch the country's powerhouse baseball team at the Paris Olympics after the sport was left off the 2024 slate.But the Dominican men's football team will be filling in.The Caribbean nation's debut is...
July 24, 2024

Paris 2024 Olympic Games kick off today with football and rugby sevens

Al-Ittihad launches girls' football academy
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ittihad Club inaugurated a girls' football academy on Friday, comprising three age groups: under 12, under 15, and under 17, in support of women's football.The club held a welcoming ceremony for the new players in the presence of the technical and administrative staff of the girls' teams. This initiative is part of the club's strategy to nurture young talents in the age groups and to establish a strong foundation of outstanding players, contributing to the club's sports journey and Saudi football, according to a statement from the club.This development follows the women's team of Al-Ittihad finishing sixth in the Saudi Women's Football League last season and fifth in the season before, indicating the need for more focus on the...
July 20, 2024

Al-Ittihad launches girls' football academy

Al Nassr gears up for historic first participation in AFC Women’s Champions League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr Club, representing Saudi Arabia, will host Group A in the preliminary stage of the AFC Women’s Champions League 2024/25.The draw, held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Thursday revealed that Al Nassr joins Myawady Women Football Club (MYA), Young Elephants FC (LAO), and Abu Dhabi Country Club (UAE) in their group.Matches are scheduled between August 25 and August 31 as part of the inaugural season, where 13 teams are divided into four groups to compete for advancement to the next stage.
July 18, 2024

Al Nassr gears up for historic first participation in AFC Women’s Champions League

The signing ceremony, held in Venlo, Netherlands, was attended by the club's technical director Carlos Anton, representing the board of directors.
Emerick Aubameyang joins Al-Qadsiah club until 2026
Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Qadsiah Club has officially signed a contract with Marseille FC striker Emerick Aubameyang. Aubameyang's contract will run until 2026.The signing ceremony, held in Venlo, Netherlands, was attended by the club's technical director Carlos Anton, representing the board of directors.Aubameyang, who has previously played for clubs like Borussia Dortmund in Germany, Arsenal in England, and Barcelona in Spain, brings a strong addition to Al-Qadsiah's lineup, boasting extensive experience in European leagues and a prolific scoring record.In his new Saudi club's jersey, Aubameyang will lead the team's attacking line, aiming to contribute to their ambitions in domestic competitions in the upcoming season.Aubameyang (35 years old) joined Marseille...
July 18, 2024

Emerick Aubameyang joins Al-Qadsiah club until 2026

Al-Nassr signs Brazilian goalkeeper Bento Matheus until 2028
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al-Nassr FC has officially signed Brazilian goalkeeper Bento Matheus from Atlético Paranaense on a contract that extends until 2028.The club's official account on the platform "X" wrote: "The SuperBento is yellow."The contract signing ceremony took place at the team's training camp currently being held in Portugal, in the presence of Al-Nassr's board chairman, Ibrahim Al-Muhaideb, and sporting director Fernando Hierro.The 25-year-old Bento is considered one of the most prominent upcoming goalkeepers in Brazil, having been part of the Brazilian national team in the recent Copa America.
July 18, 2024

Al-Nassr signs Brazilian goalkeeper Bento Matheus until 2028

Yulduz (left) and Fariba Hashimi both came late to cycling
Cycling sisters defy the Taliban to achieve Olympic dream
PARIS — Speeding along a road in the foothills of the Swiss Alps, Fariba Hashimi rises out of the saddle of her £15,000 bike and works the pedals even harder to close the gap between her and her sister, Yulduz, a few meters up ahead.Training rides like this are the last steps on a journey that began with the two siblings from rural Afghanistan racing in disguise on borrowed bikes, before having to escape when the Taliban came to power.Now they're on their way to the Olympic Games in Paris. And, despite a Taliban ruling banning women from sport, they will compete under their country's flag.In a world where many elite athletes take up sport almost as soon as they can walk, Fariba, 21, and Yulduz, 24, came late to cycling.They grew up in Faryab, one of the most remote and...
July 18, 2024

Cycling sisters defy the Taliban to achieve Olympic dream

Kareem Benzema welcomes Houssem Aouar at the team's training camp in Alicante, Spain.
Al-Ittihad signs Houssem Aouar to four-year contract
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al-Ittihad Club has officially announced the addition of Algerian player Houssem Aouar to its first football team on a four-year contract. The signing ceremony took place at the team's training camp in Alicante, Spain on Tuesday.The event was officiated by the club's CEO, Domingos Oliveira, and witnessed by sporting director Ramon Planes, following Aouar's successful medical examination this morning.Houssem Aouar, who has an impressive professional background, previously played for French club Lyon and Italian club Roma. He is also a key player for the Algerian national team.Domingos Oliveira expressed his warm welcome to Aouar, noting that this move marks a significant new chapter in Aouar’s career. He emphasized that Aouar will contribute...
July 17, 2024

Al-Ittihad signs Houssem Aouar to four-year contract

Gareth Southgate steps down as England Manager after Euro 2024 final loss to Spain
LONDON — England manager Gareth Southgate has resigned following their defeat against Spain in the Euro 2024 final, confirmed by the English Football Association on Tuesday."As a proud Englishman, it has been the honor of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all. But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager," Southgate said in a statement.On Sunday, Spain defeated England 2-1 to claim the UEFA EURO 2024 title at Berlin's Olympiastadion.Southgate, who joined England in 2011, guided the Three Lions to the Euro 2020 final, where they were defeated by Italy, and to the 2018 World Cup semifinals, where they were beaten by...
July 16, 2024

Gareth Southgate steps down as England Manager after Euro 2024 final loss to Spain

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