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Benzema suffered from injuries that sidelined him for several important matches this season.
Karim Benzema seeks medical consultation in Madrid for ongoing injuries
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Karim Benzema, the renowned forward for Al-Ittihad Club, has traveled to Spain to undergo further medical examinations at Real Madrid’s clinic, the Saudi club announced. These consultations are being conducted in coordination with his former physician who oversaw Benzema’s medical care during his tenure at Real Madrid.This medical review comes after Benzema suffered from injuries that sidelined him for several important matches this season. The decision to consult his previous doctor was made jointly by the medical teams of Al-Ittihad and Real Madrid, highlighting the severity of his condition.Benzema, who has already departed for Spain, is expected to return next week. His health status is crucial not only for his current team but also for his vast...
May 02, 2024

Karim Benzema seeks medical consultation in Madrid for ongoing injuries

Al-Hilal beats Al-Ittihad in heated King's Cup semi-final
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a thrilling seventh classic of the season, Al-Hilal clinched a spot in the Saudi King's Cup final after defeating Al-Ittihad 2-1 in Jeddah, despite playing with ten men for a significant portion of the game.The match not only confirmed Al-Hilal's dominance over Al-Ittihad this season but also set the stage for an anticipated final against the winner of the upcoming match between Al-Nassr and Al-Khaleej.The game kicked off with high tension and expectations. Al-Hilal opened the scoring with a goal by Brazilian forward Michael in the 25th minute.The dynamics of the match shifted shortly before halftime when Al-Hilal's Sergej Savic received a red card following a VAR review for a harsh foul on Ahmed Al-Ghamdi. Despite being a man down, Al-Hilal...
May 01, 2024

Al-Hilal beats Al-Ittihad in heated King's Cup semi-final

The Saudi Olympic football team bid farewell to the U-23 Asian Cup in Doha, falling out in the quarterfinals and thus losing their chance to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Saudi Olympic team exits U-23 Cup in quarterfinals, loses Paris 2024 Olympics dream
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — The Saudi Olympic football team bid farewell to the U-23 Asian Cup in Doha, falling out in the quarterfinals and thus losing their chance to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics.They faced a 2-0 defeat to Uzbekistan, a match complicated further when the Saudi team was reduced to ten men following Ayman Yahya's second yellow card at the 70th minute.Uzbekistan scored the opening goal just before the halftime break through Husniddin Nortojiyev, who managed to dribble past goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Abassi and score.Omar Ali Rakhmonaliev secured Uzbekistan's victory with a header from a rebound six minutes before the match ended.The defeat has been particularly disappointing for Saudi Arabia, as it not only sees them exit the tournament but also miss out on a...
April 27, 2024

Saudi Olympic team exits U-23 Cup in quarterfinals, loses Paris 2024 Olympics dream

Al Hilal has continued their victorious march in the Saudi Professional League by defeating Al Fateh 3-1 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh during the 29th round of the competition.
Al Hilal triumphs over Al Fateh in a fierce 3-1 clash at Kingdom Arena
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal has continued their victorious march in the Saudi Professional League by defeating Al Fateh 3-1 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh during the 29th round of the competition.This victory comes shortly after Al Hilal's elimination from the Asian Champions League last Tuesday against Al Ain of the UAE.Despite missing key players like Salem Al Dawsary, Malcolm, and the Serbian Mitrović, Al Hilal managed to overcome Al Fateh, who were ambitious to continue their own winning streak.The match saw Al Fateh taking the lead in the 57th minute through Lucas Zelarayán, but Al Hilal responded quickly with a goal by Brazilian Michael just a minute later, which was confirmed by goal-line technology.Later, Al Hilal gained an advantage through a penalty converted by...
April 27, 2024

Al Hilal triumphs over Al Fateh in a fierce 3-1 clash at Kingdom Arena

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

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