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Al Shabab clinched a significant 3-1 victory over Al Ittihad in the 29th round of the Saudi Professional League on Friday.
Al Shabab overpowers Al Ittihad with a 3-1 victory in Jeddah
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a compelling matchup at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Al Shabab clinched a significant 3-1 victory over Al Ittihad in the 29th round of the Saudi Professional League on Friday.This outcome impeded Al Ittihad's chance to climb to third place, especially after Al Ahli's stumble in the same round, leaving Al Ittihad in fifth place with 50 points.Under the guidance of coach Vitor Pereira, Al Shabab has shown remarkable technical prowess in recent games, solidifying their position far from the relegation zone with 38 points.Al Shabab opened the scoring early in the second half through Habib Diallo, who capitalized on a precise pass from Yannick Carrasco. The goal's validity was confirmed after a video assistant referee review.Shortly after...
April 27, 2024

Al Shabab overpowers Al Ittihad with a 3-1 victory in Jeddah

 Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov pose at the press conference announcing their upcoming fight.
Riyadh Season announces first overseas event with boxing gala in Los Angeles
NEW YORK — Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has announced Riyadh Season’s first international event in Los Angeles.The event, set for August 3 at BMO Stadium, features a World Super-Welterweight title fight between Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov. Sponsored by Visit Saudi, MDL Beast, and Red Sea Global, this event marks Riyadh Season's expansion into international venues.Alalshikh expressed excitement about bringing Riyadh Season to a global audience, starting with this high-profile boxing match in the United States. Promotions for the event include collaborations with major industry names like Matchroom Boxing and TGB Promotions.Eddie Hearn, a prominent boxing promoter, highlighted the fight as a clash between a pound-for-pound legend...
April 25, 2024

Riyadh Season announces first overseas event with boxing gala in Los Angeles

Al Hilal's comeback effort falls short in AFC Champions League semi-finals
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal SFC's valiant effort to overcome a first-leg deficit was not enough as they were defeated by Al Ain in the AFC Champions League 2023/24 semi-final, with an aggregate score of 5-4.Despite winning the second leg 2-1 at the Kingdom Arena, the Saudi team could not erase the three-goal advantage established by Al Ain in the first leg, where they lost 4-2.The match began dramatically with Al Hilal earning a penalty in the opening minute, swiftly converted by Ruben Neves. This early goal reinvigorated hopes of a comeback, but Al Ain quickly responded with a goal from Erik, maintaining their aggregate lead. The remainder of the game saw Al Hilal pushing forward, with Salem Al Dawsari scoring early in the second half to keep their hopes alive.Despite...
April 23, 2024

Al Hilal's comeback effort falls short in AFC Champions League semi-finals

Aspiring fencer Josh Brayden.
Aspiring fencer Josh Brayden aims for Olympic glory
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a revealing interview, aspiring fencer Josh Brayden shared insights into his life, aspirations, and recent experiences in Saudi Arabia. 'Brayden, who has yet to decide on his dream job, expressed a profound passion for fencing and is utilizing this sport to pursue professional opportunities.His immediate goal is to compete in the Olympics and win a medal.Brayden highlighted fitness and mental balance as his major challenges, especially during competitions. To avoid injuries and manage stress, he maintains rigorous physical and mental preparation routines.He credited his coach, family, and friends for their unwavering support, motivating him to give his best effort consistently.Describing the level of competition at the World Fencing Championships in...
April 21, 2024

Aspiring fencer Josh Brayden aims for Olympic glory

Swedish rider Eckermann wins 2024 Show Jumping World Cup in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Swedish show jumper Henrik von Eckermann, currently the world No. 1, defended his Show Jumping World Cup title in Riyadh.The event concluded with Prince Fahad Bin Jalawi Bin Abdulaziz, vice president of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and Ingmar de Vos, President of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), presenting the awards.Eckermann triumphed in the 1.60 meters category by completing his rounds flawlessly in 67.33 seconds. His performance drew large crowds.French rider Julien Epaillard secured second place with a time of 66.52 seconds but incurred 4 faults. Swedish competitor Peder Fredricson was close behind, finishing third with a time of 66.39 seconds and 6 faults.This prestigious championship, hosting its inaugural Middle Eastern...
April 21, 2024

Swedish rider Eckermann wins 2024 Show Jumping World Cup in Riyadh

PIF partners with Mutua Madrid Open to elevate global tennis
MADRID — The Mutua Madrid Open has entered a multi-year partnership with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), establishing PIF as a main sponsor. This partnership extends PIF's involvement with tennis, aligning with its role as a Platinum Partner with the ATP and the official naming partner of the PIF ATP Rankings.PIF's commitment to tennis is not just about sponsorship but also involves broad initiatives focusing on inclusivity, sustainability, youth, and technology. These initiatives are designed to enhance the experience for players and fans, and to cultivate a community around tennis through engaging and educational activities.One key aspect of the partnership is the development of a platform that enables tennis enthusiasts to interact and learn from renowned...
April 19, 2024

PIF partners with Mutua Madrid Open to elevate global tennis

Saudi Pro League postpones Al-Hilal vs. Al-Ahli match; Al-Ahli rejects rescheduling
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The Saudi Pro League Committee announced the postponement of the upcoming match between Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal, originally scheduled for next Friday, to Monday, May 6th. This decision was made to accommodate the rescheduling of Al-Hilal's AFC Champions League match against Al Ain, which was postponed due to adverse weather conditions.The revised schedule places the Al-Hilal vs Al-Ahli match 17 days later than originally planned, at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.Al-Hilal will also face Al-Fateh on April 26th, Al-Ittihad on April 30th, Al-Taawoun on May 3rd, and will continue their busy fixture list with Al-Hazm on May 9th. If they advance to the AFC Champions League final, the first leg will be on May 11th, followed by matches against Al-Nassr and...
April 17, 2024

Saudi Pro League postpones Al-Hilal vs. Al-Ahli match; Al-Ahli rejects rescheduling

Al Ain ends Al Hilal's record streak with a 4-2 win in AFC Champions League semi-final
Saudi Gazette reportALAIN — Al Ain secured a surprising 4-2 victory over Al Hilal in the first leg of their AFC Champions League semi-final, snapping Al Hilal's impressive 34-match win streak.Al Ain's head coach, Hernan Crespo, orchestrated a dominant performance from his team at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium. Soufiane Rahimi was pivotal, scoring a hat-trick that included two penalties confirmed by VAR reviews.The match had a fast pace with multiple VAR interventions, adding a layer of drama and intensity.Al Ain established a strong position with a three-goal lead, but Al Hilal managed to cut the deficit in the second half.Despite Al Hilal's efforts to rally back, including a late push that saw a shot hit the woodwork, the match ended with a solid advantage for Al Ain, setting...
April 17, 2024

Al Ain ends Al Hilal's record streak with a 4-2 win in AFC Champions League semi-final

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the postponement of the AFC Champions League 2023/24 semi-final first leg match between Al Ain FC of the UAE and Al Hilal SFC of Saudi Arabia.
AFC postpones Al Ain vs Al Hilal semi-final match due to weather conditions
KUALA LUMPUR — The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced the postponement of the AFC Champions League 2023/24 semi-final first leg match between Al Ain FC of the United Arab Emirates and Al Hilal SFC of Saudi Arabia.This decision comes as a result of adverse weather conditions.Originally scheduled to take place on Tuesday at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain at 8 p.m. local time, the match has been rescheduled due to an advisory from the UAE authorities.In light of concerns for the safety of fans, players, and stakeholders, the UAE Football Association has taken the precautionary measure of suspending all football activities for Tuesday.The new date for the match has been set for Wednesday, April 17, 2024. It will still be held at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain, and...
April 16, 2024

AFC postpones Al Ain vs Al Hilal semi-final match due to weather conditions

 Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol announced their Undisputed World Light Heavyweight Title fight in Saudi Arabia on June 1 at a press conference in London.
Riyadh Season becomes official partner of the World Boxing Council
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a significant development for the sports and entertainment industry, Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), announced on Monday that Riyadh Season has become an official partner of the World Boxing Council (WBC). This partnership marks a major milestone in Riyadh Season's efforts to enhance the Kingdom's entertainment sector and elevate its global sporting profile.Alalshikh highlighted the strategic importance of this collaboration, stating, "This partnership with the WBC, a key leader in the boxing world, will not only enhance the sport's visibility but also bring together people from all around the world through diverse and engaging entertainment events. It signifies a major leap in our mission to...
April 16, 2024

Riyadh Season becomes official partner of the World Boxing Council

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