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Theo Hernández: Al Hilal can compete with Europe’s best

Saudi Gazette reportPARIS — French international Theo Hernández has expressed his delight at joining Al Hilal, calling it the start of a new chapter in his career and highlighting the remarkable development of Saudi football in recent years.In his first interview since signing from AC Milan, Hernández said: “Saudi football has developed significantly. There are many quality players here. I believe this is the beginning of a new phase in my career, and I’m very happy to be here.”The left-back, who joined the Saudi giants on a three-year deal, also praised Al Hilal’s recent performances at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.“I watched the Club World Cup games and the team was fantastic. Al Hilal played at a high level, and I believe they’ve shown they can compete with top European...

July 10, 2025

Theo Hernández: Al Hilal can compete with Europe’s best

Theo Hernández.

Al Hilal sign French star Theo Hernández from AC Milan on three-year deal

Saudi Gazette reportPARIS — Al Hilal Club have announced the signing of French international Theo Hernández from AC Milan on a three-year deal that will keep him at the Saudi Pro League champions until the end of the 2027/28 season.The signing ceremony was held on Thursday at the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris, in the presence of Al Hilal President Fahad bin Saad bin Nafel and the 27-year-old player.Hernández joins Al Hilal as one of the most accomplished European full-backs, having played a pivotal role in AC Milan's Serie A triumph in 2022 and their Italian Super Cup victory in early 2025.On the international stage, Hernández has earned 38 caps with the French national team since making his debut in 2021, the same year he won the UEFA Nations League. He also represented...

July 10, 2025

Al Hilal sign French star Theo Hernández from AC Milan on three-year deal

Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

Aubameyang’s future at Al Qadsiah in doubt after cryptic post comparing Saudi League strikers

Saudi Gazette reportALKHOBAR — The future of Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at Al Qadsiah appears to be nearing its end following a cryptic post on his account on platform X (formerly Twitter), where he compared his off-ball running stats with those of other Saudi Pro League strikers.The post comes amid reports that Al Qadsiah is preparing to terminate the striker’s contract based on a technical and medical assessment. The club is reportedly close to finalizing a deal for younger Italian forward Mateo Retegui.Aubameyang shared an image highlighting his running metrics without the ball, claiming they surpass those of Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Ivan Toney from last season’s league stats.He wrote: “Just received this. If you want me to run, we run! Passionate...

July 10, 2025

Aubameyang’s future at Al Qadsiah in doubt after cryptic post comparing Saudi League strikers

Abdullah Al-Qaisoom wins silver at Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi weightlifter Abdullah Al-Qaisoom secured a silver medal in the 110 kg category at the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship, held in Kazakhstan, marking a proud achievement for the Kingdom on the continental stage.The tournament drew more than 199 athletes from 23 countries, showcasing fierce competition across multiple weight classes.Al-Qaisoom’s podium finish is Saudi Arabia’s second medal in the tournament, reflecting the Kingdom’s rising profile in regional weightlifting.Mohammed Alharbi, President of the Saudi Weightlifting Federation and General Secretary of the Asian Weightlifting Federation, praised the team’s performance and credited early preparation as a key factor in the achievement.He also highlighted the growing...

July 10, 2025

Abdullah Al-Qaisoom wins silver at Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship

Christophe Galtier named NEOM SC head coach ahead of historic Saudi Pro League debut

Saudi Gazette reportNEOM — NEOM Sports Club have appointed French coach Christophe Galtier as their new manager ahead of the club’s first-ever campaign in the Roshn Saudi League, marking a major step forward for the ambitious team from Saudi Arabia’s northwest region.The announcement was made Saturday, with Galtier replacing Brazilian manager Pericles Chamusca, who led NEOM SC to promotion by winning the 2024-25 First Division League title.Galtier, 57, brings with him a distinguished résumé that includes title-winning stints in France’s Ligue 1 and most recently a two-year spell in Qatar with Al Duhail.In a message posted on the club’s official social media channels, Galtier said: “I am really excited to be part of this big Saudi project. Happy to join one of the best leagues...

July 06, 2025

Christophe Galtier named NEOM SC head coach ahead of historic Saudi Pro League debut

Football world mourns Diogo Jota and brother André Silva at funeral in Portugal

GONDOMAR, Portugal — Players from Liverpool FC and Portugal’s national team joined family and friends on Saturday to attend the funeral of Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, just two days after the siblings died in a tragic car crash in Spain.The service was held at Igreja Matriz church in Gondomar, near Porto, where Jota had a family home.The 28-year-old Liverpool forward and his 25-year-old brother were killed early Thursday when their Lamborghini veered off a quiet highway near Zamora in northwestern Spain and burst into flames.Spanish authorities suspect a blown tire caused the accident.Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk arrived at the church carrying a floral tribute shaped like a red football jersey with Jota’s No. 20.Teammate Andrew Robertson followed with a similar...

July 05, 2025

Football world mourns Diogo Jota and brother André Silva at funeral in Portugal

Inzaghi hails Al Hilal’s fearless Club World Cup run

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi paid glowing tribute to his players following their courageous run to the quarter-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup, highlighting their fighting spirit and quality performances against world-class opposition.The Roshn Saudi League champions capped off a historic fortnight in the United States with performances that captured international attention — drawing 1-1 with Real Madrid in the group stage and stunning English powerhouse Manchester City 4-3 after extra time in the Round of 16.Al Hilal ultimately bowed out in the quarter-finals after a hard-fought 2-1 defeat to Brazil’s Fluminense on Friday, but not without winning admiration for their grit and attacking flair.“I congratulate my players on their heroic performance,...

July 05, 2025

Inzaghi hails Al Hilal’s fearless Club World Cup run

Al Hilal exit Club World Cup after narrow defeat to Fluminense

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal’s dream run at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup came to an end in the quarterfinals on Friday, as the Saudi giants fell 2-1 to Brazil’s Fluminense at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.Despite their stunning 4-3 extra-time victory over Manchester City in the Round of 16, hailed as one of the greatest results in the tournament’s history, Hilal could not overcome the reigning Copa Libertadores champions.Goals from Gabriel Martinelli (40’) and substitute Hercules Pereira (70’) sealed Fluminense’s win, while Marcos Leonardo (51’) netted the lone goal for Hilal.The result ends Al Hilal’s run as the final Arab representative in the competition, following earlier exits by Al Ahly, Wydad Casablanca, Espérance de Tunis, and Al Ain in the group...

July 05, 2025

Al Hilal exit Club World Cup after narrow defeat to Fluminense

Liverpool's Diogo Jota during the Champions League final match between Liverpool and Real Madrid at the Stade de France in Saint Denis, 28 May 2022

Portugal and Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota dies in car accident in Spain

LISBON — Portugal and Liverpool FC footballer Diogo Jota died on Thursday following a road accident, the Portuguese Football Association confirmed.The 28-year-old winger was involved in an accident overnight on Thursday in the province of Zamora, when the Lamborghini he was travelling in veered off the road and caught on fire, according to authorities and media reports.The accident occurred at 00:30 on the A-52 near Sanabria in the municipality of Cernadilla. The Portuguese international's brother André Silva — also a footballer who played for Liga Portugal 2 side Penafiel — was with Diogo Jota in the vehicle and also died at the scene, according to reports."The Portuguese Football Federation and the entire Portuguese football community are completely devastated by the...

July 03, 2025

Portugal and Liverpool FC winger Diogo Jota dies in car accident in Spain

Al Hilal sign Abderrazak Hamdallah on loan for Club World Cup push

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal have officially signed Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah on a short-term loan from Al Shabab to bolster their attacking options during the ongoing 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.The move comes as the Riyadh giants deal with key absences up front, most notably the injury to Serbian forward Aleksandar Mitrović, who has yet to feature in the tournament, and team captain Salem Al-Dawsari, who was ruled out for the remainder of the competition after sustaining a hamstring injury in the group stage.Hamdallah arrived at Al Hilal’s training camp in Orlando on Wednesday and is expected to take part in the team’s afternoon session later today, as preparations continue for their quarter-final clash following a stunning 4-3 win over Manchester City in the...

July 02, 2025

Al Hilal sign Abderrazak Hamdallah on loan for Club World Cup push

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