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Saudi Arabia beat Haiti 1-0 to open 2025 Gold Cup campaign

Saudi Gazette reportWASHINGTON — Saudi Arabia kicked off their 2025 Gold Cup campaign with a crucial 1-0 win over Haiti on Monday night at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, securing their first three points in Group D.Striker Saleh Al-Shehri netted the match-winning goal from the penalty spot in the 21st minute, giving Herve Renard’s side a strong start ahead of their high-stakes clash with group leaders the United States on Friday. The U.S. had earlier defeated Trinidad and Tobago 5-0.Despite losing captain Hassan Kadesh to injury in the 30th minute — replaced by Abdullah Madu — Saudi Arabia managed to maintain their lead through to halftime.Renard made several second-half substitutions to preserve energy and tactical shape, introducing Ayman Yahya and Abdulrahman Al Obud early in...

June 16, 2025

Saudi Arabia beat Haiti 1-0 to open 2025 Gold Cup campaign

Al Hilal president: No new signings for Club World Cup due to inflated demands

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Hilal President Fahad Bin Nafel confirmed that preparations for the FIFA Club World Cup began as early as 2023, with a clear strategy to build a competitive squad by recruiting top players in their positions.He described the recent appointment of Italian coach Simone Inzaghi as a transformative step in the club’s tactical and technical development.In a video message shared on the club’s official X account, Bin Nafel said: “Our Club World Cup preparations started long ago. The most important recent step was signing Simone Inzaghi — one of the best managers in the world. His arrival is a major shift for Al Hilal, and we hope it leads to championships and new successes for the club.”Bin Nafel emphasized that Inzaghi’s coaching style requires...

June 11, 2025

Al Hilal president: No new signings for Club World Cup due to inflated demands

Saudi Arabia miss World Cup spot after Australia defeat, head to Asian playoff

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Arabia’s hopes of direct qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end on Tuesday night after a 2-1 home defeat to Australia at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah.The result left the Green Falcons third in Group C with 13 points, sending them to the Asian playoff round.Herve Renard’s side needed a near-impossible five-goal win to leapfrog Australia in the standings and claim the group’s second automatic qualification spot.Despite taking an early lead through Abdulrahman Al Obod in the 19th minute, goals from Connor Metcalfe (42') and Mitchell Duke (49') sealed the win — and World Cup ticket — for the Socceroos, who now join Japan, Iran, South Korea, Uzbekistan, and Jordan as Asia’s six confirmed representatives at the 2026...

June 11, 2025

Saudi Arabia miss World Cup spot after Australia defeat, head to Asian playoff

Saudi Arabia face uphill task against Australia in World Cup qualifier

Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Arabia must deliver a miracle on Tuesday if they are to secure direct qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, needing to beat Australia by at least five goals in their final Group C fixture of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26.Herve Renard’s men kept their hopes alive with a 2-0 win over Bahrain last week, moving to 13 points — three behind second-placed Australia.But with a goal difference heavily in the Socceroos’ favor, only a lopsided victory will be enough to leapfrog them in the standings.“The door is almost closed, but we must try and qualify,” Renard said after the Bahrain match. “We have to score goals. Everything must go very well for us if we are to qualify.”Saudi Arabia’s biggest challenge remains their scoring...

June 09, 2025

Saudi Arabia face uphill task against Australia in World Cup qualifier

Team of Portugal celebrates after winning the Nations League final soccer match between Portugal and Spain at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, Monday, June 9, 2025. (AP P

Portugal beats Spain to win The Nations league

MUNICH — Portugal defeated Spain in penalty kicks 5- 3 to win the UEFA Nations League final late on Sunday after both sides failed to score in extra time following a showdown that ended 2-2.After Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, and Goncalo Ramos all smoothly scored their penalties, Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa saved Spain's Álvaro Morata’s spot kick before Neves converted his team’s fifth to seal the win.The win marks the second Nations League trophy for Portugal after lifting the inaugural edition in 2019.Its victory against Spain, the reigning European champions, was hard-fought, as the Seleção had come back twice from behind.Cristiano Ronaldo sent the match to extra time when he equalized in the 61st minute with his record-extending 138th goal for Portugal.The...

June 09, 2025

Portugal beats Spain to win The Nations league

Musab Al Juwayr celebrates his goal.

Saudi Arabia beat Bahrain to stay in World Cup qualification hunt

Saudi Gazette reportRIFFA — Saudi Arabia kept their hopes of automatic qualification alive with a 2-0 victory over Bahrain in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26 on Thursday.The result lifted Herve Renard’s side to 13 points, setting up a decisive showdown with group leaders Australia next Tuesday.The Saudis must win that match by at least four goals to overtake the Socceroos on goal difference and secure second place.The Green Falcons asserted themselves early at Bahrain National Stadium.A long-range pass from Hassan Al Tambakti found Ali Majrashi in space, but the fullback’s second touch allowed Bahrain goalkeeper Ebrahim Lutfalla to close down quickly.Saudi Arabia found their breakthrough in the 16th minute. Captain Salem Al Dawsari delivered a pinpoint first-time...

June 05, 2025

Saudi Arabia beat Bahrain to stay in World Cup qualification hunt

The deal was finalized Wednesday evening during a signing ceremony at the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris between Al Hilal Chairman Fahad Bin Nafel and the newly appointed manager.

Simone Inzaghi appointed as Al Hilal head coach ahead of Club World Cup

Saudi Gazette reportPARIS — Al Hilal have announced the appointment of Italian tactician Simone Inzaghi as head coach of the first football team, signing a two-year deal that runs through the end of the 2026–27 season.The agreement was finalized Wednesday evening during a signing ceremony at the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris, in the presence of Al Hilal Chairman Fahad Bin Nafel and the newly appointed manager.Inzaghi, 49, arrives in Riyadh after a highly successful tenure with Inter Milan, where he won the 2023–24 Serie A title, two Coppa Italia trophies, and three Italian Super Cups.He also guided the Nerazzurri to UEFA Champions League finals in 2023 and 2025.Prior to his time at Inter, Inzaghi claimed silverware with Lazio, including the 2019 Coppa Italia and two Italian...

June 05, 2025

Simone Inzaghi appointed as Al Hilal head coach ahead of Club World Cup

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain eye must-win clash in Asian qualifiers

Saudi Gazette reportRIFFA — Saudi Arabia and Bahrain face a high-stakes showdown on Thursday in Group C of the AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26, with both sides knowing that only victory will keep their World Cup dreams alive.Bahrain, currently on six points, are targeting a playoff berth after back-to-back losses to Indonesia and Japan in March ended their hopes of automatic qualification.They trail second-placed Indonesia by three points, with only the third and fourth-placed teams eligible for the intercontinental playoff route to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.While Bahrain’s destiny is no longer in their own hands, Hélder Cristóvão’s side remain mathematically in the race and will be eager to stay within reach heading into the final matchday.Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, are locked in...

June 04, 2025

Saudi Arabia, Bahrain eye must-win clash in Asian qualifiers

Simone Inzaghi.

Simone Inzaghi leaves Inter after four years

MILAN — Simone Inzaghi has officially parted ways with Inter Milan on Tuesday, ending a remarkable four-year tenure marked by six trophies, memorable European runs, and a deep bond with the Nerazzurri faithful.The decision was made following a meeting held earlier today between Inzaghi and the club’s top leadership, including Inter Chairman Giuseppe Marotta, who praised the coach for his professionalism, transparency, and passion.“Only when you have fought together every day to achieve success can you have an open and honest dialogue,” said Marotta.“On behalf of our main shareholder, Oaktree, and the entire Club, I want to thank Simone Inzaghi for his hard work, passion, and sincerity.”Inzaghi’s departure comes just days after Inter’s heavy 5–0 defeat to Paris...

June 03, 2025

Simone Inzaghi leaves Inter after four years

PSG crush Inter 5–0 to claim historic first Champions League title

MUNICH — Paris Saint-Germain are Champions League winners at last.In a night of total dominance at Allianz Arena, the French champions demolished Inter Milan 5–0 to win their first-ever UEFA Champions League title — the biggest margin in a final in the competition’s 70-year history.The long-awaited breakthrough came not from the era of Messi, Neymar, or Mbappe, but under coach Luis Enrique, who shifted PSG’s philosophy from star-driven spending to team-focused building. And it paid off in spectacular fashion.The star of the night was 19-year-old French forward Désiré Doué, who scored twice, assisted once, and was named player of the match in a stunning individual display that symbolized PSG’s new generation.“We are rewriting the history of this club and French football,”...

June 01, 2025

PSG crush Inter 5–0 to claim historic first Champions League title

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