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Usyk, who maintained his undefeated record, won the bout by a split decision, now holding all four major boxing belts - WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO.

Oleksandr Usyk claims undisputed heavyweight title in 'Ring of Fire' match in Riyadh

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a monumental showdown dubbed the "Ring of Fire" in Riyadh, Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk emerged victorious over British heavyweight Tyson Fury, claiming the undisputed world heavyweight championship.The match, a highlight of the Riyadh Season, was attended by prominent figures including Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Minister of Sports, and Turki bin Abdulmohsen Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.Usyk, who maintained his undefeated record, won the bout by a split decision, now holding all four major boxing belts - WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO.The event began with the national anthems of Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and Britain, setting the stage for a historic evening. American rapper JID also performed, adding to the...

May 19, 2024

Oleksandr Usyk claims undisputed heavyweight title in 'Ring of Fire' match in Riyadh

Jorge Jesus praises Al Hilal's resilience after dramatic last-minute draw in Riyadh Derby

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal's unbeaten streak in the domestic season was kept alive by a dramatic last-minute penalty by Aleksandar Mitrovic, securing a 1-1 draw in Friday's Riyadh Derby against Al Nassr.This intense match at Al Awwal Park saw early excitement when Al Nassr's Otavio scored from distance within the first minute. However, Mitrovic’s late penalty ensured Al Hilal remains on track for an invincible 2023/24 Roshn Saudi League campaign.The game was marked by opportunities for both teams, with Al Nassr dominating the first half and Al Hilal coming back stronger in the second.Despite the draw ending Al Hilal's winning streak of 24 league games since September, manager Jorge Jesus expressed immense pride in his team's performance and...

May 18, 2024

Jorge Jesus praises Al Hilal's resilience after dramatic last-minute draw in Riyadh Derby

The CEO of Ittihad Club Company Domingos Soares De Oliveira.

Al Ittihad CEO frustrated with 'not positive' SPL feedback, announces internal assessment

Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Following a disappointing draw with Al Khaleej in the Saudi Pro League, Domingos De Oliveira, CEO of Al-Ittihad Club, expressed concerns about the club's future preparations and the ongoing issues with the Player Acquisition Center of Excellence (PACE) program."The information we're receiving about the PACE program from the Saudi Pro League is not positive," said Oliveira. "I am worried that if timely decisions are not made, we will not be able to prepare for the next season as the club and our fans deserve."Despite the draw being a step up in performance, with Oliveira noting, "I'm proud of how our players played today," the overall season results have fallen short of expectations. This sentiment reflects a broader...

May 17, 2024

Al Ittihad CEO frustrated with 'not positive' SPL feedback, announces internal assessment

Al-Ittihad's victory drought continues, misses chance to qualify for ACL elite

Saudi Gazette reportDAMMAM — Al-Ittihad's struggles in the Saudi Pro League persisted as they played to a draw against Al-Khaleej in the 32nd round of the competition, officially ending their chances to compete for the third spot that qualifies for the AFC Champions League Elite.Al-Ittihad initially took the lead with a goal by Muhanad Al-Shanqeeti in the first half's stoppage time, only for the host team to equalize through Egyptian player Mohamed Sherif in the 81st minute. The match took place at the Prince Mohammad bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam.This draw brings Al-Ittihad's point total to 51, positioning them fifth in the league, while Al-Khaleej reached 37 points, officially securing their spot in the league.Adding to the post-match tensions, Al-Ittihad's coach,...

May 17, 2024

Al-Ittihad's victory drought continues, misses chance to qualify for ACL elite

Saudi taekwondo team makes history with first Asian championship golds

Saudi Gazette reportHANOI — The Saudi national taekwondo team made history on Thursday by securing their first-ever gold medals at the 26th Asian Championships held in the Tien Son Sports Palace in Da Nang, Vietnam.Donia Abutaleb clinched the first gold in the women's 53 kg category, overcoming competitors from India, the Philippines, and Chinese Taipei, before triumphing over a Thai opponent in the final match. This victory marks the first gold medal for Saudi women in the history of the Asian Taekwondo Championships.Riyadh Al-Zafeeri added to the Kingdom’s joy by winning the second gold in the men's 54 kg category. His journey included victories over athletes from Japan, Thailand, and South Korea, culminating in an exciting final where he defeated his Pakistani rival by two...

May 16, 2024

Saudi taekwondo team makes history with first Asian championship golds

Riyadh’s ‘Kingdom Arena’ will witness the highly anticipated heavyweight boxing match between British Champion Tyson Fury and Ukrainian Champion Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday.

4 major world boxing titles await their champion at 'Ring of Fire' in Riyadh Saturday

Saudi Gazette ReportRIYADH — Riyadh’s ‘Kingdom Arena’ will witness the highly anticipated heavyweight boxing match between British Champion Tyson Fury and Ukrainian Champion Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday.The match will determine the winner of four belts, including the World Boxing Association (WBA), the World Boxing Council (WBC), the International Boxing Federation (IBF), and the World Boxing Organization (WBO) heavyweight championships. These belts hold significant importance in the world of boxing, symbolizing the achievements of legends like Muhammad Ali Clay and Joe Frazier.The four belts, one of which is the World Boxing Council (WBC) belt, feature images of boxing legends such as Muhammad Ali Clay and Joe Frazier, each with their own unique stories that reflect the importance...

May 16, 2024

4 major world boxing titles await their champion at 'Ring of Fire' in Riyadh Saturday

Al Hilal wraps up Saudi League title; Jesus touts season as model of excellence

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal manager Jorge Jesus lauded the 2023/24 season as "spectacular" after the team clinched the Roshn Saudi League title with a 4-1 victory over Al Hazem. This win secured Al Hilal’s 19th Saudi Arabian league crown and solidified their unbeaten record this season, highlighting a dominant performance throughout.The victory, which featured a brace from Aleksandar Mitrovic, an own goal by Ahmed Aljuwayd, and a strike by Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, placed Al Hilal twelve points clear of their closest challengers, Al Nassr, with three games remaining. This season, Al Hilal has not only remained unbeaten but also set a world record by winning 34 consecutive matches across all competitions.Jesus expressed pride in his team's performance, stating,...

May 12, 2024

Al Hilal wraps up Saudi League title; Jesus touts season as model of excellence

Neymar is eagerly anticipating his return to the pitch next season.

Neymar celebrates Al Hilal's title win, eager for comeback next season

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Brazilian football superstar Neymar has expressed immense pride in his Al Hilal teammates for clinching the Roshn Saudi League title, despite his absence for most of the season due to injury. The forward is also eagerly anticipating his return to the pitch next season.After transferring from Paris St Germain to Al Hilal last summer, Neymar's season was cut short due to a cruciate ligament injury sustained in October while on international duty. Prior to his injury, Neymar had made three league appearances, contributing three assists, helping Al Hilal to two wins and a draw.His last appearance before the injury, a 2-0 victory against Al Shabab at the end of September, initiated what would become a world record streak for Al Hilal, winning an incredible 34...

May 12, 2024

Neymar celebrates Al Hilal's title win, eager for comeback next season

Al Hilal clinches Saudi Professional League title in a star-studded season

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In the first star-studded Saudi Professional League season, Al Hilal clinched its 19th League title with a 4-1 victory over Al Hazm on Saturday. The match, held at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium in Riyadh, was part of the 31st round of the league, with three games still remaining in the season.Al Hilal has reached a historic high this season, accumulating 89 points from 31 matches, including 29 wins and two draws, without suffering a single defeat.The team has the potential to end the league with up to 98 points if they win their remaining three matches against Al Nassr, Al Tai, and Al Wehda, setting a record that may be difficult to break in upcoming seasons.The match against Al Hazm saw Al Hilal dominate from the start. Aleksandar Mitrovic opened the...

May 11, 2024

Al Hilal clinches Saudi Professional League title in a star-studded season

Al Ettifaq inflicts historic 5-0 defeat on Al Ittihad in Saudi Professional League

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In an exhilarating match at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Al Ettifaq handed Al Ittihad a significant 5-0 defeat in Round 31 of the Saudi Professional League on Friday. This victory temporarily propelled Al Ettifaq to sixth place in the standings, raising their points total to 44, while Al Ittihad's struggles intensified, leaving them stagnant at 50 points and extending their winless streak with a third consecutive loss.Al Ittihad faced significant challenges due to a substantial number of injuries, entering the match with only five substitutes and missing 13 players, including fielding only two foreign professionals, Romarinho and N'Golo Kanté.Al Ettifaq's scoring spree began in the fifth minute with a powerful shot from Ivorian Séko...

May 11, 2024

Al Ettifaq inflicts historic 5-0 defeat on Al Ittihad in Saudi Professional League

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