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Al Ittihad advances to Diriyah Saudi Super Cup final after beating Al Wehda
Saudi Gazette reportABU DHABI — Al Ittihad secured its place in the final of the Diriyah Saudi Super Cup following a win against Al Wehda with a score of 2-1 in the semi-final match held at Al Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi, UAE.Defending champions Al Ittihad clinched the victory through goals by Karim Benzema and Moroccan striker Abdulrazak Hamdallah, marking their advance to the final, to be held at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium on Thursday.Al Ittihad didn't take long to find the back of the net, with French star Karim Benzema scoring in the 55th second, recording the fastest goal in the history of the Saudi Super Cup matches, highlighting his return to form after a period of absence.Just before the end of the first half, Moroccan Abdulrazak Hamdallah converted a pass from Brazilian...
April 09, 2024

Al Ittihad advances to Diriyah Saudi Super Cup final after beating Al Wehda

Riyadh to host WTA Finals for three consecutive years
ST. PETERSBURG, FL — The Saudi capital Riyadh is set to host the WTA Finals for three consecutive years, from 2024 through 2026.This announcement was made following the agreement between the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) and the Saudi Tennis Federation. The event, scheduled for November 2-9, 2024, will feature the season's top 8 singles players and doubles teams in the race to the WTA Finals.Riyadh was chosen after a meticulous evaluation process, considering various global bids and engaging with players. Key selection criteria included the capacity to host a world-class event, support for significant prize money growth, and a strong commitment to the long-term development of the WTA Finals and tennis as a sport.This partnership promises a record-breaking prize money of $15.25...
April 04, 2024

Riyadh to host WTA Finals for three consecutive years

Cristiano Ronaldo is the top scorer in the Roshn Saudi League now with 29 goals.
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates second hat-trick in three days
Saudi Gazette reportABHA — Cristiano Ronaldo is basking in the glow of his latest footballing milestone, netting his second hat-trick within just three days for Al Nassr, a feat that his manager, Luis Castro, described as a testament to Ronaldo’s perfectionist nature.This recent accomplishment marks the 65th hat-trick of Ronaldo’s storied career, reinforcing his status as a footballing legend.In Al Nassr’s recent 8-0 triumph over Abha, Ronaldo showcased his exceptional skills by scoring two goals from free kicks within a ten-minute span, followed by an audacious chip to complete his hat-trick.His efforts in the first half not only solidified his team’s lead but also contributed to his impressive tally of 29 league goals in 24 games this season, making him the top scorer in the...
April 03, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates second hat-trick in three days

Al Hilal continues to shine as Al Nassr drenches Abha with eight goals
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal's journey towards clinching the Saudi Professional League title continued as they defeated Al Okhdood with a convincing three-goal victory in the 26th round. The win helped the Riyadh-based team maintain a 12-point lead over their closest rivals and traditional adversaries, Al Nassr, who sits in second place.Al Hilal is now just four matches away from securing the title, needing only 12 more points to officially claim victory, assuming Al Nassr wins all its remaining games. Any slip-up from Al Nassr could see Al Hilal clinch the title even sooner.Al Hilal's manager, Jorge Jesus, made strategic player adjustments, bringing in striker Saleh Al Shehri to replace Serbian player Mitrovic, who started his extended absence from the team due to an...
April 03, 2024

Al Hilal continues to shine as Al Nassr drenches Abha with eight goals

Firas Al-Buraikan celebrates his goal.
Firas Al-Buraikan secures Al-Ahli victory in Jeddah derby with solo goal
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a thrilling highlight of the 26th round of the Saudi Professional League, Al-Ahli secured a crucial win over their city rivals Al-Ittihad, thanks to a lone goal scored by the young striker Firas Al-Buraikan in the first half.This victory has strengthened Al-Ahli's hold on the third position in the league standings, bringing their point total to 51 and widening the gap with fourth-placed Al-Ittihad to five points after their points froze at 46 following the defeat.The King Abdullah Sports City Stadium was packed with fans from both teams, witnessing an attendance of 50,633 spectators. The match began amid a vibrant atmosphere, slightly delayed due to colored smoke that obscured the view at the stadium.Al-Ahli, buoyed by the return of Senegalese...
April 02, 2024

Firas Al-Buraikan secures Al-Ahli victory in Jeddah derby with solo goal

Aleksandar Mitrovic sidelined for six weeks due to injury
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal has announced that their forward, Aleksandar Mitrovic, will be absent from the field for six weeks following a hamstring injury incurred during the team's 4-3 victory over Al Shabab in the Roshn Saudi League match this past Saturday.The Serbian striker, who scored twice in the match before his injury, bringing his league goal count to an impressive 22 from 22 games, had to leave the pitch in the first half after experiencing a sharp pain. This incident casts a shadow over Al Hilal's ongoing campaign, where they currently hold a 12-point lead at the top of the league standings.A statement from Al Hilal on Monday evening confirmed the extent of Mitrovic's injury: “After undergoing medical examinations, Aleksandar Mitrovic has been...
April 02, 2024

Aleksandar Mitrovic sidelined for six weeks due to injury

Al Hilal is awaiting an update on the severity of Aleksandar Mitrovic's leg injury, which he sustained during their thrilling 4-3 victory against Al Shabab in the Roshn Saudi League match on Saturday night.
Al Hilal awaits diagnosis on Mitrovic's injury after league victory
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal is set to receive a comprehensive update on the severity of Aleksandar Mitrovic's leg injury, which he sustained during their thrilling 4-3 victory against Al Shabab in the Roshn Saudi League match on Saturday night.The Serbian striker, who has been a pivotal figure for Al Hilal this season, was forced off the field in the 34th minute after experiencing a sharp pain, having already scored twice to bring his impressive league total to 22 goals from 22 matches.The incident cast a shadow over Al Hilal's win, which maintained their 12-point lead at the top of the league standings. Mitrovic, supported by the medical team, could be seen limping off the pitch, raising concerns about his fitness for the crucial stages of the season.Al Hilal's...
March 31, 2024

Al Hilal awaits diagnosis on Mitrovic's injury after league victory

In an exciting climax to the Second Division league, Neom FC secured their promotion to the First Division with one round to spare, following a nail-biting 3-2 victory over their hosts Al Zulfi.
Neom FC clinches First Division spot with a thrilling victory over Al Zulfi
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In an exciting climax to the Second Division league, Neom FC secured their promotion to the First Division with one round to spare, following a nail-biting 3-2 victory over their hosts Al Zulfi.The match, held at Al Zulfi's stadium, witnessed a significant turnout from both teams' supporters.Neom increased their points tally to 65, leaving Al Zulfi at 60 points. Despite trailing 2-1 into the latter part of the game, Neom turned the tables, overturning their deficit after initially taking an early lead.Al Zulfi, a formidable opponent, pushed hard to maintain their direct promotion hopes.Neom's goals came from Tiago at the 32nd and 79th minutes, while Sultan Al-Sawadi sealed the win with a third goal in the 82nd minute.Al Zulfi's goals were...
March 23, 2024

Neom FC clinches First Division spot with a thrilling victory over Al Zulfi

Hiba Al Owaidi officiated her first official match in the Saudi Women's League as the main referee, following her international accreditation by FIFA.
Hiba Al Owaidi becomes first female main referee in Saudi Women's League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a special moment for Saudi sports, Hiba Al Owaidi officiated her first official match in the Saudi Women's League as the main referee, following her international accreditation by FIFA.Al Owaidi blew the whistle to start the match between Al-Qadsiah and Al-Riyadh at the stadium in Khobar, with Abdullah Al-Medad and Khaled Al-Anzi assisting her as line judges.Al Owaidi's debut came after her inclusion on FIFA's international list, where she initially served as the fourth official in the Riyadh Season Cup match between Saudi's Al-Hilal and America's Inter Miami.Her high-quality, professional performance in a game that featured world champion Lionel Messi from Argentina drew significant attention.Joining a list of 22 Saudi referees...
March 23, 2024

Hiba Al Owaidi becomes first female main referee in Saudi Women's League

Salem Al Dawsari's goal secures Saudi victory over Tajikistan in World Cup qualifiers
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Salem Al Dawsari's standout first-half goal secured Saudi Arabia a 1-0 victory over Tajikistan in their Group G match of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027, held at Al Awwal Park on Thursday.This win continues Saudi Arabia's flawless performance in the group, placing them at the top, while Tajikistan, the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 quarter-finalists, sit in second place with four points. The two teams are set to face off again in Dushanbe next week.Al Dawsari's goal came midway through the first half when Mukhtar Ali retrieved the ball in the Tajik half and passed it to the Saudi captain. Demonstrating remarkable skill, Al Dawsari bypassed two defenders and launched a...
March 22, 2024

Salem Al Dawsari's goal secures Saudi victory over Tajikistan in World Cup qualifiers

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