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German legend Franz Beckenbauer, widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players, has died aged 78.
Beckenbauer: German football legend dies aged 78
BERLIN — German legend Franz Beckenbauer, widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players, has died aged 78.He won the World Cup as captain of West Germany in 1974 and lifted the trophy again as manager in 1990.The former defender also played 582 times for Bayern Munich, again winning the German top flight as both as a player and a manager.Nicknamed Der Kaiser, as a player he also won the European Championship in 1972, as well as the Ballon d’Or twice.A statement from his family to German news agency DPA read: “It is with deep sadness that we announce that my husband and our father, Franz Beckenbauer, passed away peacefully in his sleep yesterday, Sunday, surrounded by his family.“We ask that you allow us to grieve in silence and refrain from asking any questions.”Playing...
January 08, 2024

Beckenbauer: German football legend dies aged 78

Saudi national team calls up 3 players, beats Lebanon in Qatar preparatory
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — Roberto Mancini, the Italian coach of the Saudi Arabian national football team, has decided to call up players Mohammed Al-Buraik, Talal Haji, and Rayan Hamed to join the team's current training camp in Qatar. This camp is part of the final stage of their preparations for the 2023 Asian Cup, set to commence on January 12 in Qatar.Saudi Arabia secured a 1-0 victory over Lebanon in a closed-door friendly match at the Al Wakrah Stadium in Qatar on Thursday, as part of the teams' preparations for the upcoming tournament.The Saudi team's website announced that Firas Al-Buraikan scored the only goal for Mancini's team. The match was not televised and was held without an audience to maintain the secrecy of the preparations.Mancini relied on two...
January 05, 2024

Saudi national team calls up 3 players, beats Lebanon in Qatar preparatory

Cristiano Ronaldo's trailblazing year in Saudi Arabia: A blend of football brilliance and cultural integration
By Anas AlyusufRIYADH — As Al Nassr Football Club celebrates the first anniversary of Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s transfer, his impact on Saudi Arabian football and society is undeniable. Ronaldo's arrival in Riyadh has not only revolutionized the club but also influenced the Kingdom's sporting landscape.Since his grand entry into King Khalid International Airport and official presentation at Al Nassr’s stadium, Ronaldo has been a force to reckon with. His debut year in Saudi Arabia was marked by an impressive tally of 20 goals and 9 assists in the Saudi Pro League, leading him to top the league's scoring charts. Additionally, he netted 3 goals in the current AFC Champions League campaign with Al Nassr. This scoring spree has been a significant factor in Al...
January 04, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo's trailblazing year in Saudi Arabia: A blend of football brilliance and cultural integration

 Reem Al-Bishi.
Three female referees among 27 FIFA-certified Saudi officials for 2024
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) announced that the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has approved the list of Saudi international referees for the year 2024, numbering 27 referees, including 3 female referees.These are Hiba Al-Owaidi (main referee), Shahad Muhammad (assistant referee), and Reem Al-Bishi (futsal referee).Anoud Al-Asmari was the only female referee who joined the international list in 2023, becoming the first certified international Saudi female referee.She has officiated in some of the matches in the Saudi Women's Premier League.The referees are categorized into four types: main referees (8 referees), assistant referees (10 referees), video referees (7 referees), and futsal referees (2 referees).The...
January 01, 2024

Three female referees among 27 FIFA-certified Saudi officials for 2024

The Saudi Arabian national football team were accorded a warm welcome in Doha, the capital of Qatar, on Sunday evening, on arrival for  their preparatory phase for the 2023 Asian Cup, set to be held in Qatar in January 2024.
Saudi national football team arrives in Doha for Asian Cup preparations
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — The Saudi Arabian national football team arrived in Doha, the capital of Qatar, on Sunday evening, to gear up for the fourth phase of their preparation for the 2023 Asian Cup, set to be held in Qatar in January 2024.The team will hold a training camp at the Sealine Resort from Dec. 31 to Jan. 11.During this camp, the team, also known as the Green Falcons, will play three friendly matches: against Lebanon on Jan. 4, Palestine on Jan. 9, and Hong Kong on Jan. 10.Upon their arrival at Hamad International Airport, the Asian Cup 2023 Organizing Committee welcomed the delegation.Yasser Al-Misehal, president of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), expressed his gratitude to the committee for their warm reception and hospitality.The national team departed from...
December 31, 2023

Saudi national football team arrives in Doha for Asian Cup preparations

Roberto Mancini.
Mancini announces 30 players preliminary list for Asian Cup
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Roberto Mancini, the head coach of the Saudi national football team, has announced the squad for the upcoming preparatory camp to be held in Qatar from Dec. 31 to Jan. 11.This camp is part of the fourth phase of preparation for the 2023 Asian Cup, which will also take place in Qatar in January.During the camp, the Saudi team will play three friendly matches. The first will be against the Lebanese national team on Jan. 4, the second against the Palestinian national team on Jan. 9, and the third against the Hong Kong national team on Jan. 10.Mancini has called up 30 players for the camp, and their names are as follows: Nawaf Al-Aqidi, Mohammed Al-Yami, Raghid Najjar, Ahmed Al-Kassar, Hassan Kadesh, Awn Al-Saluli, Ali Al-Bulayhi, Ali Lajami, Hassan Al-Tambakti,...
December 30, 2023

Mancini announces 30 players preliminary list for Asian Cup

Al Nassr football team continued its winning streak with a 4-1 win over Al Taawoun Saturday and demonstrated to its traditional rival, Al Hilal — the current leader of the league standings, that it is a strong contender for the league title.
Al Nassr closes gap with Al Hilal in Saudi League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Nassr football team continued its winning streak and demonstrated to its traditional rival, Al Hilal — the current leader of the league standings, that it is a strong contender for the league title.In the match Saturday, Al Nassr defeated Al Taawoun with a 4-1 scoreline, marking the end of the third day of the 19th round of the Saudi Professional League.Al Nassr closed the gap to seven points with league leader Al Hilal, moving up to 46 points, while Al Hilal remains ahead with 53 points.Al Nassr turned the game around against their host Al Taawoun, who initially took an early lead with a goal from Ashraf El Mahdioui in the 13th minute from a penalty.However, Al Nassr’s goalkeeper Nawaf Al Aqidi initially saved the penalty before El Mahdioui...
December 30, 2023

Al Nassr closes gap with Al Hilal in Saudi League

Roberto Firmino, the Brazilian player of Saudi club Al-Ahli, has expressed his dedication to his team, emphasizing his current focus is solely on enhancing his performance and contributing positively in every match.
Firmino affirms commitment to Al Ahli, focused on improving performance
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Roberto Firmino, the Brazilian player of Saudi club Al-Ahli, has expressed his dedication to his team, emphasizing his current focus is solely on enhancing his performance and contributing positively in every match.In remarks following his team's victory against Al Khaleej on Friday, secured by a solitary goal, Firmino acknowledged that he started the season well but experienced a subsequent dip in form.This decline has motivated him to work harder to regain his best level.The Brazilian player noted that he feels he is gradually retrieving his form and expressed his hope to continue working hard to delight the fans.Responding to rumors about his potential departure from Al Ahli, Firmino stated that he is happy at the club and under an active contract.He...
December 30, 2023

Firmino affirms commitment to Al Ahli, focused on improving performance

Al Ittihad has granted their captain French striker Karim Benzema three days leave due to
Al Ittihad grants Benzema three days leave
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Ittihad has granted their captain French striker Karim Benzema three days leave due to "special circumstances," as confirmed by a club official to the French Press Agency on Saturday.Benzema, the 2022 World Player of the Year, is experiencing a challenging period with the Saudi team, marked by recent losses in three consecutive local league matches and an elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup at the hands of Egypt's Al Ahly.In that match, Benzema missed a crucial penalty kick.The 36-year-old former Real Madrid player has faced a barrage of sharp criticism, prompting him to deactivate his Instagram account, where he is followed by 76 million people.An unnamed official from Al Ittihad said that Benzema "requested a three-day leave for...
December 30, 2023

Al Ittihad grants Benzema three days leave

The match, which was scheduled to take place on Friday at Al Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh, saw fans gathering in anticipation, but the teams failed to make an appearance in the stadium.
 (Credit: Al Sharq Al Awsat newspaper)
Turkish Super Cup in Riyadh cancelled due to non-compliance with agreed terms
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Turkish Super Cup football match between Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in Riyadh was cancelled, as confirmed by Riyadh Season in a statement. The match, which was scheduled to take place on Friday at Al Awwal Park Stadium in Riyadh, saw fans gathering in anticipation, but the teams failed to make an appearance in the stadium.Media speculations suggest that the cancellation was due to the teams' intentions to display political slogans, a move that was not in line with the conditions set by the Saudi host authorities.Riyadh Season, the organizing body for the event, emphasized in their statement the importance of adhering to international football regulations that prohibit the display of any external symbols or slogans. "This was a key point of...
December 30, 2023

Turkish Super Cup in Riyadh cancelled due to non-compliance with agreed terms

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