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Al-Murdhi wins bronze medal for Saudi Arabia in jiu-jitsu in Asian Games
Saudi Gazette reportHANGZHOU — Saudi Arabia’s Abdulmalik Al-Murdhi has won the bronze medal in the jiu-jitsu 62-kilogram weight in the first day of the jiu-jitsu competition on Wednesday at the 19th Asian Games being held in Hangzhou, China. Al-Murdhi clinched the first ever Saudi medal in the jiu-jitsu competition, which was first introduced in the 2018 Asian Games hosted by Indonesia.Prince Fahd bin Jalawi, head of the Saudi delegation to the Asian Games and vice president of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, presented the medals to Al-Murdhi and other winners. With the winning of bronze by Al-Murdhi, Saudi Arabia’s tally in the Asian Games rose to seven —three gold, two silver and two bronze.Al-Murdhi clinched the bronze after beating the Jordanian Khalil Al-Arnaut. Al...
October 05, 2023

Al-Murdhi wins bronze medal for Saudi Arabia in jiu-jitsu in Asian Games

Courtesy photo of King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Jeddah
Benzema’s Al Ittihad faces Mahrez’s Al Ahli in epic derby clash
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The football fever in Saudi Arabia is about to reach its zenith as the reigning Roshn Saudi League (RSL) champions Al Ittihad lock horns with city rivals Al Ahli in the much-anticipated Jeddah Derby.Set against the backdrop of the King Abdullah Sports City stadium, the clash promises to be a spectacle, drawing a full house of 60,000 passionate fans on Friday at 9 pm local time.This derby holds particular significance as it marks the first encounter between the archrivals since the 2021/22 season when Al Ahli faced relegation to the Saudi First Division. The stakes are higher than ever, with both teams vying for supremacy and bragging rights in this intense showdown.The match is not only a local spectacle but also a global attraction, featuring star players...
October 05, 2023

Benzema’s Al Ittihad faces Mahrez’s Al Ahli in epic derby clash

FIFA President Gianni Infantino seen in this file photo.
2030 World Cup: Tournament to be held across six countries in three continents
ZURICH — The 2030 World Cup will be held across six countries in three continents, FIFA has confirmed.Spain, Portugal and Morocco have been named as the co-hosts, with the opening three matches taking place in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay.The opening matches in South America are to mark the World Cup’s centenary as it will be 100 years since the inaugural tournament in Montevideo.The decision is set to be ratified at a FIFA congress next year.“In a divided world, FIFA and football are uniting,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.“The FIFA Council, representing the entire world of football, unanimously agreed to celebrate the centenary of the FIFA World Cup, whose first edition was played in Uruguay in 1930, in the most appropriate way.“In 2030, we will have a unique global...
October 04, 2023

2030 World Cup: Tournament to be held across six countries in three continents

Star Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Al-Nassr, clinched the title of the Best Player in the Saudi Pro League for the second consecutive month in September.
Ronaldo secures second straight best player award in Saudi Pro League
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Star Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of Al-Nassr, clinched the title of the Best Player in the Saudi Pro League for the second consecutive month in September.Meanwhile, Marcelo Grohe, goalkeeper for Al-Ittihad, retained the Best Goalkeeper award, and Luis Castro, coach of Al-Nassr, was honored as the Best Coach.Ronaldo faced competition from Moroccan player Morad Batna of Al-Fateh, with both players participating in four matches last month, each scoring five goals and providing three assists.Marcelo Grohe, guarding the goalposts for Al-Ittihad, secured the Best Goalkeeper award after conceding only four goals in four matches throughout the month.Portuguese coach, Luis Castro, claimed the Best Coach award following his team's flawless...
October 03, 2023

Ronaldo secures second straight best player award in Saudi Pro League

In a remarkable performance at the Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium on Tuesday, Saudi club Al Fayha secured their first-ever win in the AFC Champions League, defeating Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor FC 2-0.
Al Fayha makes history with inaugural AFC Champions League victory against Pakhtakor
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — In a remarkable performance at the Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium on Tuesday, Saudi club Al Fayha secured their first-ever win in the AFC Champions League, defeating Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor FC 2-0.In only their second appearance in the competition, the 2021/22 King Cup champions displayed clinical prowess, with Abdelhamid Sabiri's brace earning them a crucial three points.The hosts asserted their dominance early on, causing panic in the Pakhtakor box within seven minutes. Sultan Mandash's drive to the byline resulted in a fortuitous save, setting the stage for Al Fayha's ascendancy.Sabiri, on loan from Serie A side Fiorentina, put Al Fayha in lead just three minutes later with a swerving long-range shot that left Pakhtakor's goalkeeper...
October 03, 2023

Al Fayha makes history with inaugural AFC Champions League victory against Pakhtakor

In a sensational Group D encounter at Azadi Stadium on Tuesday, Neymar's inaugural goal in Al-Hilal colors played a pivotal role in securing a resounding 3-0 away victory against Nassaji Mazandaran in the AFC Champions League.
Neymar sparks Al-Hilal's 3-0 triumph over Nassaji in AFC Champions League
Saudi Gazette reportTEHRAN — In a sensational Group D encounter at Azadi Stadium on Tuesday, Neymar's inaugural goal in Al-Hilal colors played a pivotal role in securing a resounding 3-0 away victory against Nassaji Mazandaran in the AFC Champions League.The match unfolded with disparate beginnings for the two teams in the 2023/24 continental campaign.Nassaji, in their maiden appearance in the competition, clinched a 2-0 victory against Mumbai City in Maharashtra. In contrast, Al-Hilal required a late Ali Al Bulayhi goal to salvage a point at home against Navbahor.The early moments seemed to favor Al-Hilal when a dynamic combination between Neymar and Aleksandar Mitrovic resulted in a goal, only to be disallowed after VAR scrutiny due to an offside call.Mitrovic continued to pose a...
October 03, 2023

Neymar sparks Al-Hilal's 3-0 triumph over Nassaji in AFC Champions League

The SAFF announced on Tuesday that it closely monitored the developments surrounding the scheduled match between Al-Ittihad and Sepahan Isfahan in the AFC Champions League’s second round.
Saudi football federation stands by Al-Ittihad amid AFC champions league drama
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) announced on Tuesday that it closely monitored the developments surrounding the scheduled match between Al-Ittihad and Sepahan Isfahan in the AFC Champions League’s second round.In an official statement, the federation expressed its solidarity with Al-Ittihad, asserting its commitment to securing the club’s legal rights.The statement commended the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) for its dedication to ensuring suitable conditions for the match. The Saudi federation appreciated the continuous monitoring by its representatives who accompanied Al-Ittihad to Iran.The Saudi federation concluded the statement by pledging full support to Al-Ittihad and the pursuit of all legal channels to protect the club’s...
October 03, 2023

Saudi football federation stands by Al-Ittihad amid AFC champions league drama

Al-Nassr staged a remarkable comeback against Istiklol in the AFC Champions League Group E clash, securing a 3-1 victory with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Anderson Talisca in Riyadh.
Al-Nassr's Ronaldo and Talisca engineer comeback for 3-1 victory over Istiklol
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al-Nassr staged a remarkable comeback against Istiklol in the AFC Champions League Group E clash, securing a 3-1 victory with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Anderson Talisca in Riyadh.Istiklol had initially taken the lead with Senin Sebai's 44th-minute opener, causing Al-Nassr to intensify their efforts.Ronaldo equalized with a clever finish in the 66th minute, and Talisca, the former Guangzhou Evergrande striker, sealed the win with two goals.Despite Al Nassr's dominance in dictating the tempo, Istiklol's well-drilled defense posed challenges until the foreign imports turned the tide.Talisca's header and Ghareeb's near miss in the first half were met with Istiklol's sucker punch, but Al-Nassr regrouped after the break.Ronaldo's...
October 02, 2023

Al-Nassr's Ronaldo and Talisca engineer comeback for 3-1 victory over Istiklol

Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, the head coach of Al-Hilal Saudi team, hopes that the enthusiasm of Iran's Nassaji team will lead to an opposite result in their match on Tuesday, allowing the Saudi giant to continue its journey in the AFC Champions League.
AFC Champions League: Jesus optimistic as Al-Hilal faces Iran's Nassaji
Saudi Gazette reportTEHRAN — Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, the head coach of Al-Hilal Saudi team, hopes that the enthusiasm of Iran's Nassaji team will lead to an opposite result in their match on Tuesday, allowing the Saudi giant to continue its journey in the AFC Champions League.Al-Hilal managed to avoid defeat and secured a late 1-1 draw against their Uzbek guest, Navbahor, in the first round of the group stage, leaving them two points behind Nassaji, who triumphed over Mumbai City FC from India.Al-Hilal, a record four-time champion, seeks a positive result in the upcoming match to avoid complicating their position in Group C.Jorge Jesus addressed a press conference on Monday, saying: "We appreciate the enthusiasm of Nassaji for Tuesday's match. We hope to capitalize on...
October 02, 2023

AFC Champions League: Jesus optimistic as Al-Hilal faces Iran's Nassaji

Swift was in the crowd at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday night
Taylor Swift cheers on Travis Kelce at Sunday Night Football again
NEW JERSEY — Taylor Swift was clearly ready for some more football on Sunday, as were Deadpool, Wolverine and Ant-Man.As was highly expected/speculated, Swift was in the crowd at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday night to cheer on tight end Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs as they play on the road against the New York Jets.Swift, who has been recently getting to know Kelce and sparking the creativity of brand marketers everywhere, was shown on the NBC broadcast about 30 minutes prior to the game, alongside Blake Lively, Lively’s husband Ryan Reynolds (of “Deadpool” fame) and Sophie Turner.Other stars photographed at the game include “Free Guy” director Shawn Levy, with Reynolds and Hugh Jackman (Wolverine of the “X-Men” movies), Paul Rudd (“Ant-Man”), and...
October 02, 2023

Taylor Swift cheers on Travis Kelce at Sunday Night Football again

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