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Al Hilal sets new world record with 29 consecutive wins, Jorge Jesus shrugs off critics
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal, the leaders of the Saudi Professional League, have etched their name in world football history by securing their 29th consecutive victory, surpassing the previous global record for top-tier teams. This landmark was achieved following a hard-fought 2-1 win against Damac at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Saturday, reinstating their dominant 12-point lead in the league.Jorge Jesus, Al Hilal's manager, robustly dismissed any claims diminishing the significance of this achievement, attributing such remarks to "the excuses of the losers." The victory against Damac was particularly notable as it seemed the match might end in a draw until Michael's late header sealed the win for Al Hilal. This victory was a testament to Al Hilal's...
March 17, 2024

Al Hilal sets new world record with 29 consecutive wins, Jorge Jesus shrugs off critics

Ittihad disclosed that the former Liverpool and Real Madrid player (aged 30) has suffered a muscle injury to the thigh.
Ittihad suffers a blow with Fabinho's injury
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Ittihad, the reigning champions of the Saudi Professional Football League, has been dealt a significant setback with the injury of Brazilian midfielder Fabinho, sidelining him for approximately 10 weeks.In a statement released on Thursday, Ittihad disclosed that the former Liverpool and Real Madrid player (aged 30) has suffered a muscle injury to the thigh "extending to a tendon within the muscle tissue and will require treatment for 10 weeks."Ittihad has struggled with numerous injuries this season, with Fabinho previously having to play in central defense, impacting the team's performance. As a result, the club has failed to defend its league title, currently standing fourth, 25 points behind the leader, Al Hilal.The team also made an early...
March 14, 2024

Ittihad suffers a blow with Fabinho's injury

Saudi Football Federation reveals new design for King's Cup
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) showcased the redesigned trophy of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup at a ceremony in Riyadh, attended by club officials, and athletes.The revamped King's Cup, succeeding the version introduced in the 2011-2012 season, comes after Al-Hilal's notable achievement of securing the title for the fourth time, allowing them to retain the original trophy as per the competition's rules.The updated trophy, inspired by its predecessors, highlights the enduring legacy and importance of the competition in the region. Crafted from 925 sterling silver with a 24-carat gold coating, the trophy weighs 9.32 kg to commemorate the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932. It features a gold-coated...
March 14, 2024

Saudi Football Federation reveals new design for King's Cup

King's Cup semi-finals draw reveals Al-Ittihad vs. Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr vs. Al-Khaleej matchups
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The draw for the semi-finals of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup took place on Wednesday in Riyadh, setting the stage for some exciting football action at the end of April.The draw resulted in a highly anticipated match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal in Jeddah, while Al-Nassr in Riyadh will host Al-Khaleej in the other semi-final clash.Alongside the draw, the new identity for the 2023-2024 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup was unveiled.The event was presided over by former Saudi national team players Abdullah Al-Saleh and Nasser Al-Mansour, following a procedure outlined by Saudi Arabian Football Federation Competitions Committee President Naim Al-Bakr.The exact date of the final match remains to be announced. Reigning champions Al-Hilal will be...
March 14, 2024

King's Cup semi-finals draw reveals Al-Ittihad vs. Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr vs. Al-Khaleej matchups

Roberto Mancini, the head coach of the Saudi national football team, has announced the squad for the third and fourth rounds of the second phase of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup.
Mancini announces Saudi national squad for upcoming World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Roberto Mancini, the head coach of the Saudi national football team, has announced the squad for the third and fourth rounds of the second phase of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup.The Saudi team's training camp will start next Sunday in Riyadh, featuring 28 players: Mohammed Al-Owais, Ahmed Al-Kassar, Raghid Najjar, Mohammed Al-Yami, Saud Abdulhamid, Fawaz Al-Sugor, Ali Al-Bulayhi, Ali Lajami, Awn Al-Saluli, Hassan Kadsh, Waleed Al-Ahmad, Rayan Hamed, Yasser Al-Shahrani, Muteb Al-Harbi, Ayman Yahya, Abdullah Al-Khaibari, Mukhtar Ali, AbduleIah Al-Malki, Mohammed Kanno, Faisal Al-Ghamdi, Nasser Al-Dawsari, Abbas Al-Hasan, Sami Al-Najei, Salem Al-Dawsari, Abdulrahman Gharib, Abdullah Radif, Firas Al-Brikan, and Saleh...
March 13, 2024

Mancini announces Saudi national squad for upcoming World Cup and Asian Cup qualifiers

Yasser Al Shahrani celebrates his goal.
Al Hilal secures spot in AFC Champions League semi-finals with victory over Al Ittihad
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Hilal advanced to the AFC Champions League 2023/24 semi-finals following a compelling 2-0 win against Al Ittihad in the quarter-finals' second leg, held at King Abdullah Sports City on Tuesday.Demonstrating their prowess as the runners-up from the last season, Al Hilal had previously secured a 2-0 victory in the first leg in Riyadh, setting the stage for an anticipated clash with UAE’s Al Ain for a chance at the final.Al Ittihad showcased a promising start, aggressively pursuing an early lead. Within the initial moments, Fabinho skillfully navigated the ball to Romarinho, whose attempt was adeptly blocked by Al Hilal's goalkeeper, Mohammed Al Owais. Despite an early setback due to Fabinho's injury, Al Ittihad remained relentless, narrowly...
March 13, 2024

Al Hilal secures spot in AFC Champions League semi-finals with victory over Al Ittihad

Al Nassr faces heartbreak in AFC Champions League quarter-finals against Al Ain
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a gripping AFC Champions League 2023/24 quarter-final showdown that went the distance, Al Nassr's valiant comeback was ultimately thwarted in a penalty shootout, concluding their journey in the tournament.Despite their efforts, the Riyadh-based club was edged out by Al Ain, who advanced to the semi-finals after a 3-1 win in the penalties, following a dramatic 4-4 aggregate scoreline that spanned regular time in Al Ain and 120 minutes in Riyadh.The first leg had seen Al Ain secure a slender advantage thanks to Soufiane Rahimi's prowess, and the forward continued his impressive form by netting two goals in the return leg's first half.However, the resilience of Al Nassr shone through after the break, spearheaded by a crucial penalty conversion...
March 12, 2024

Al Nassr faces heartbreak in AFC Champions League quarter-finals against Al Ain

Al Nassr is gearing up for a critical AFC Champions League 2023/24 quarterfinals second leg match against Al Ain on Monday, seeking to overturn a 1-0 deficit from their first encounter.
Al Nassr faces uphill battle in AFC Champions League quarterfinals against Al Ain
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr is gearing up for a critical AFC Champions League 2023/24 quarterfinals second leg match against Al Ain on Monday, seeking to overturn a 1-0 deficit from their first encounter.Following a disappointing 3-1 loss to Al Raed in the Saudi Pro League, Al Nassr's aspirations for the title have significantly diminished, adding pressure to rebound in the continental competition.Complicating matters for head coach Luis Castro are the injuries plaguing the team, notably Anderson Talisca, who is out for the season after surgery in Milan. Sultan Al Ghannam, Aziz Behich, and Ayman Yahya, who sustained an injury after scoring against Al Raed, are also on the sidelines.Additionally, Aymeric Laporte's suspension further challenges the team after his red card...
March 10, 2024

Al Nassr faces uphill battle in AFC Champions League quarterfinals against Al Ain

Al Hilal extends winning streak, moves closer to Saudi Professional League title
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal continued its record-breaking winning streak, distancing itself significantly from its closest competitors in the Saudi Professional League, following a 3-1 victory over Al Riyadh in round 23 of the championship on Friday.The capital's blue team turned the tables on their host, Al Riyadh, which had taken the lead through an own goal by Al Hilal's defender Ali Al Bulaihi, who mistakenly directed the ball into his own net in the 52nd minute of the second half.Al Hilal's striker, Aleksandar Mitrovic, missed a penalty for his team in the first half's added time, but Martin Campana, Al Riyadh's goalkeeper, successfully saved it.Following Al Riyadh's lead, Al Hilal's coach, Jorge Jesus, made three strategic substitutions, having...
March 08, 2024

Al Hilal extends winning streak, moves closer to Saudi Professional League title

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

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