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Al-Raed hands Al-Nassr a blow in title race with a 3-1 victory in Saudi Professional League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a thrilling match that took place as part of the 23rd round of the Saudi Professional League, Al-Raed emerged victorious against their hosts Al-Nassr with a decisive score of 3-1. This win comes as a significant setback for Al-Nassr, further distancing them from their aspirations for the league title amidst their recent performance struggles.Al-Raed capitalized on Al-Nassr's declining form, seizing three valuable points in their battle to avoid relegation. The victory in Riyadh provided a much-needed boost for the team from Buraidah in their campaign to secure their spot in the top flight.The match saw Al-Raed taking the lead early, continuing the troubling trend for Al-Nassr fans accustomed to their team's defensive frailties and susceptibility to...
March 07, 2024

Al-Raed hands Al-Nassr a blow in title race with a 3-1 victory in Saudi Professional League

The collaboration grants Baseball United the right to organize its league and tournaments indefinitely within Saudi Arabia and create new franchises in major Saudi cities.
Baseball United forges partnership with SBSF to introduce professional baseball to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a groundbreaking move, Baseball United, the inaugural professional baseball league centered on the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent, has entered into a significant partnership with the Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation (SBSF).This collaboration grants Baseball United the right to organize its league and tournaments indefinitely within Saudi Arabia and create new franchises in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. This initiative marks the introduction of professional baseball to Saudi Arabia for the first time.As part of the partnership, Baseball United will establish a subsidiary in Saudi Arabia to work alongside the SBSF in promoting the game across the Kingdom. Efforts will focus on nurturing local talent by developing training programs for players,...
March 07, 2024

Baseball United forges partnership with SBSF to introduce professional baseball to Saudi Arabia

Al Hilal strengthens league lead with 3-1 victory over Al Ittihad
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal strengthened its lead in the Saudi Professional League by securing a 3-1 victory over visiting Al Ittihad on Friday, in the 22nd round of the competition.This win increases Al Hilal's tally to 62 points at the top of the standings, nine points clear of second-placed Al Nassr, who drew 4-4 with their guests Al Hazm on Thursday in the same round.On the other hand, Al Ittihad's points froze at 37, placing them fifth in the league.Al Ittihad took the lead in the 12th minute through N'Golo Kanté before Al Hilal equalized in the 39th minute with a goal from Saleh Al Shehri.In the 59th minute, Al Hilal scored their second goal through Malcom, and Saud Abdulhamid added the third in the 66th minute.This victory marks Al Hilal's first of three...
March 02, 2024

Al Hilal strengthens league lead with 3-1 victory over Al Ittihad

Dramatic 4-4 draw for Al Nassr against Al Hazm in Ronaldo's absence
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a thrilling Saudi Professional Football League match on Thursday, Al Hazm players showcased remarkable resilience by equalizing the score four times, securing a valuable 4-4 draw against Al Nassr. Despite Anderson Talisca's impressive hat-trick, Al Nassr couldn't capitalize fully in the absence of Cristiano Ronaldo.Luis Castro's Al Nassr, positioned second with 53 points, missed a crucial opportunity to narrow the gap with league leaders Al Hilal, who hold 59 points and are slated to face Al Ittihad in an upcoming match.Under the guidance of coach Daniel Carreño, who previously led Al Nassr to the 2013-2014 league title, Al Hazm elevated their season total to 15 points, level with bottom-placed Abha before their next game against Al...
February 29, 2024

Dramatic 4-4 draw for Al Nassr against Al Hazm in Ronaldo's absence

Cristiano Ronaldo engaged in an unsportsmanlike gesture to Al-Shabab fans after Al-Nassr scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the match.
Cristiano Ronaldo suspended and fined for provoking Al-Shabab fans
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Football Federation's Discipline Committee announced early Thursday that Al-Nassr player Cristiano Ronaldo had been suspended for one game and fined SR30,000 for provoking the fans of Al-Shabab.This decision comes in response to a complaint filed by Al-Shabab, which also involved a request to the official broadcaster for the official footage of the incident.The committee deemed the decision as final and non-appealable under Article 144 of the disciplinary code.During the match against Al-Shabab on Sunday, as part of the 21st round of the Saudi Professional League, Cristiano Ronaldo engaged in another unsportsmanlike gesture toward the Al-Shabab fans after his teammate, Brazilian Anderson Talisca, scored the winning goal in the final minutes,...
February 29, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo suspended and fined for provoking Al-Shabab fans

Cristiano Ronaldo defends his post-victory celebration amidst wide controversy
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Portuguese football legend and Al Nassr club captain Cristiano Ronaldo defended the way he celebrated in front of Al Shabab fans following the match between the two teams that ended in a 3-2 victory for Al Nassr.Ronaldo's celebration sparked widespread controversy in both the international and local sports community, dividing opinions between those who described his behavior as unethical and those who viewed the celebration as a display of challenge and strength, as Ronaldo himself described in his statement to the Saudi Football Federation's Discipline and Ethics Committee.According to media reports, Ronaldo expressed in his testimony to the committee his confidence in the appropriateness of his celebration, emphasizing respect for his opponents and...
February 29, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo defends his post-victory celebration amidst wide controversy

Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman presents Saudi Cup to the winners during the ceremony held at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh on Saturday
Crown Prince graces Saudi Cup horse race ceremony in Riyadh  
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has crowned America’s Senor Buscador as the winner of the 5th edition of the Saudi Cup 2024 horse race at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh on Saturday evening. The world’s richest horse racing event with a total prize money of $37.6 million was held under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.The Crown Prince congratulated Sharaf Al-Hariri, owner of the horse Senor Buscador, and presented him the Saudi Cup. He also congratulated the horse trainer Hamad Al-Rashid, and jockey Junior Alvarado and presented them with a horse replica and a cavalry horse helmet respectively.Earlier, upon arrival at the venue, the Crown Prince was received by Prince Bandar bin Khalid Al-Faisal,...
February 25, 2024

Crown Prince graces Saudi Cup horse race ceremony in Riyadh  

Al Nassr efforts bore fruit 16 minutes into the game when Abdullah Al Khaibari’s precise cross found Otavio, whose header slipped through the legs of Vladimir Stojkovic, granting Al Nassr the lead.
Al Nassr advances to AFC Champions League quarter-finals
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a riveting Round of 16 second leg at Al Awwal Park on Wednesday, Al Nassr secured their spot in the AFC Champions League 2023/24 quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over Al Fayha.The win sets up a highly anticipated clash with the United Arab Emirates' Al Ain FC for a place in the semi-final.From the outset, Al Nassr dominated, applying relentless pressure on Al Fayha’s defense. Their efforts bore fruit 16 minutes into the game when Abdullah Al Khaibari’s precise cross found Otavio, whose header slipped through the legs of Vladimir Stojkovic, granting Al Nassr the lead.The home team continued to press, with goalscorer Otavio nearly extending their advantage. A notable moment came when Cristiano Ronaldo, making a darting run, was brought down in the...
February 22, 2024

Al Nassr advances to AFC Champions League quarter-finals

Reema Juffali takes first F1 Academy wildcard spot in Jeddah
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Reema Juffali, Saudi Arabia’s first-ever female racing driver, has been confirmed as the wildcard entry for the first round of the 2024 Formula 1 Academy in Jeddah.Wildcards will feature in F1 Academy throughout 2024. The first round of the 2024 Formula 1 Academy series will be held at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit from March 7 to 9.“It is an honor and a privilege to be representing my country, especially in my hometown,” said Juffali. “The day F1 arrived in Jeddah was the clash of both my worlds and now I am actually going to be participating! I’m really looking forward to it and happy to share the experience with my friends and family who are based here,” the 32-year-old racer said.“As the saying goes: ‘if you can’t see it, you won’t...
February 21, 2024

Reema Juffali takes first F1 Academy wildcard spot in Jeddah

Rakitić secures Al Shabab victory over Damac in Saudi Pro League debut
Saudi Gazette reportABHA — Croatian star Ivan Rakitić led Al Shabab to a 1-0 win against host Damac on Friday, in the 20th round of the Saudi Pro League, extending the host team's struggle.Rakitić scored the game's only goal for Al Shabab in the 82nd minute, marking his debut for the team following his transfer from Sevilla in the winter transfer window. Additionally, Damac's player Sunusi Husawi was sent off in the 67th minute.The victory elevated Al Shabab to 24 points, placing them in the tenth position, while Damac's tally remains at 30 points, securing the sixth spot.Since being promoted to the professional league, Damac has yet to secure a win against Al Shabab. In their 12 encounters, Al Shabab won nine while three matches ended in draw.
February 16, 2024

Rakitić secures Al Shabab victory over Damac in Saudi Pro League debut

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