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FIFA lifts Al Shabab transfer ban after case closure, club denies Carrasco exit rumors
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Al Shabab confirmed Tuesday that FIFA has officially lifted the transfer ban imposed on the club, clearing the way for the Riyadh side to register new players in the current summer window.Club spokesperson Turki Al-Ghamdi said in a statement on X that the ban was lifted after the case that triggered the sanction was formally closed.He stressed the administration’s commitment to safeguarding the club’s rights, meeting its obligations, and providing all necessary support to stabilize and strengthen the first team.The dispute stemmed from a solidarity contribution linked to former player Aaron Salem, described by the club as a “small amount” that posed no real obstacle to player registration.Although the sum was transferred nearly two months ago, Al...
August 27, 2025

FIFA lifts Al Shabab transfer ban after case closure, club denies Carrasco exit rumors

Renard names 27-man Saudi squad for Czech training camp ahead of World Cup playoff
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Arabia coach Hervé Renard has unveiled a 27-man squad for the Green Falcons’ upcoming training camp in the Czech Republic, part of preparations for October’s Asian playoff round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.The camp will run from August 31 to September 8 and includes two friendly matches.Saudi Arabia face North Macedonia on September 4 at Viktoria Žižkov Stadium in Prague, before meeting hosts Czech Republic on September 8 at Malšovická Arena in Hradec Králové.The squad list features a blend of experience and youth, with veterans such as captain Salem Al-Dawsari, midfielder Mohamed Kanno, and striker Saleh Al-Shehri joined by emerging talents including Musab Al Juwayr, Marwan Al-Sahafi, and Jihad Zekri.Among the goalkeepers...
August 27, 2025

Renard names 27-man Saudi squad for Czech training camp ahead of World Cup playoff

Former world number one Daniil Medvedev has won only one Grand Slam match in the 2025 season
Medvedev’s US Open match descends into chaos after photographer enters court
FLUSHING MEADOWS — The US Open descended into chaos on Sunday when a photographer came onto the court as Daniil Medvedev faced match point, bringing the first-round match to a standstill and sparking a spectacular meltdown from the Russian.Medvedev was eventually knocked out 6-3 7-5 6-7(5) 0-6 6-4 by Frenchman Benjamin Bonzi, who threatened to walk off the court at one point and called for the Russian to be disqualified.Medvedev has produced some extraordinary moments at Flushing Meadows over the years – but what happened on the 2021 champion's way to another humbling defeat was perhaps the most incredible.Serving for the match at 6-3 7-5 5-4, Bonzi was preparing to play his second serve when the photographer stepped onto the court surface.The disruption led chair umpire Greg...
August 25, 2025

Medvedev’s US Open match descends into chaos after photographer enters court

Appeals committee ruling throws Saudi Super Cup into chaos as Al Hilal face Cup ban threat
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Football Federation’s appeals committee has overturned a previous disciplinary verdict against Al Hilal but confirmed severe sanctions that could bar the Riyadh giants from competing in next season’s King’s Cup.In a shock decision announced less than an hour before Saturday’s Saudi Super Cup final between Al Nassr and Al Ahli in Hong Kong, the committee upheld Al Hilal’s punishment for withdrawing from this year’s competition, ruling the club had forfeited its semifinal match against Al Qadsiah by a 3-0 scoreline.The ruling leaves Al Hilal under immense pressure to secure a qualifying position for the 2026 Saudi Super Cup.Failure to do so could see the suspension carried over to the following knockout competition — the prestigious...
August 23, 2025

Appeals committee ruling throws Saudi Super Cup into chaos as Al Hilal face Cup ban threat

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 100 goals with Al Nassr
Saudi Gazette reportHONG KONG — Cristiano Ronaldo has carved yet another chapter into football history, becoming the first player to score one hundred or more goals with four different clubs after striking for Al Nassr in the Saudi Super Cup final against Al Ahli on Saturday in Hong Kong.The Portuguese forward, now 40, converted a first-half penalty to reach his century with the Riyadh club in just 113 appearances since joining in late 2022.The goal adds to a career defined by relentless scoring across Europe and now Asia.At Real Madrid, he became the club’s all-time leading scorer with 451 goals in 438 games, establishing a standard that remains unmatched.At Manchester United, across two separate spells, he found the net 145 times in 346 matches, combining youthful flair with veteran...
August 23, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 100 goals with Al Nassr

Al Ahli beat Al Nassr on penalties to claim Saudi Super Cup crown
Saudi Gazette reportHONG KONG — Al Ahli clinched the first trophy of the 2025-26 Saudi football season after defeating Al Nassr 5-3 on penalties in the Saudi Super Cup final on Saturday in Hong Kong.The match finished 2-2 in regulation, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring his 100th goal for Al Nassr before the Asian champions rallied twice to force the shootout.Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 38th minute, converting from the spot after Ayman Yahya’s cross struck Ali Majrashi’s arm inside the area. It marked the Portuguese star’s century of goals since joining Al Nassr in December 2022, 74 of them coming in the Roshn Saudi League.Franck Kessié equalized deep into first-half stoppage time with a curling effort from the edge of the box, continuing his standout form after a brace in the...
August 23, 2025

Al Ahli beat Al Nassr on penalties to claim Saudi Super Cup crown

Jaissle: Al Ahli eager to set the tone with Saudi Super Cup win over Al Nassr
Saudi Gazette reportHONG KONG — Al Ahli manager Matthias Jaissle says winning the Saudi Super Cup final against Al Nassr on Saturday in Hong Kong would be a “crucial first step” to set his team on the right track this season.The German coach, who faces a familiar opponent in Portuguese tactician Jorge Jesus, underlined that finals are unpredictable and cannot be judged by past encounters.“We are very motivated for the final. Winning at the start of the season is very important to put us on the right path,” Jaissle said in his pre-match press conference.Asked whether Al Ahli’s late invitation to the tournament meant less pressure, Jaissle dismissed the notion.“It has nothing to do with timing. We only had to reschedule a few things to make sure we represent the club...
August 22, 2025

Jaissle: Al Ahli eager to set the tone with Saudi Super Cup win over Al Nassr

Jorge Jesus confident Al Nassr can overcome Al Ahli in Saudi Super Cup final despite Mane absence
Saudi Gazette reportHONG KONG — Al Nassr manager Jorge Jesus expressed full confidence in his team’s readiness for the Saudi Super Cup final against Al Ahli on Saturday in Hong Kong, stressing that his side is capable of lifting the trophy despite the absence of star forward Sadio Mane.Speaking at his pre-match press conference, the Portuguese coach described the clash as a showcase for Saudi football’s rise on the global stage.“This final is another milestone in my career, and I believe tomorrow can be my first title with Al Nassr. We’re facing a strong opponent who looks better than last season, but we are prepared,” Jesus said.He added: “This is a celebration of Saudi football. The whole world will be watching, and it reflects the tremendous work being done here. We look...
August 22, 2025

Jorge Jesus confident Al Nassr can overcome Al Ahli in Saudi Super Cup final despite Mane absence

Al Ahli’s Ivan Toney says critics fuel their Saudi Super Cup title push: ‘No one wants us to win’
Saudi Gazette reportHONG KONG — Al-Ahli’s English forward Ivan Toney has set his sights firmly on lifting the Saudi Super Cup when his side face Al Nassr in Saturday’s final at Hong Kong International Stadium.Speaking on the eve of the title clash, Toney underlined the players’ determination to begin the season with silverware.“We are excited to play this match. As the coach said, we want to win the title at the start of the season,” he told reporters.The showdown will also see Toney go head-to-head with Nassr defender Mohamed Simakan, a battle he expects to be intense.“It will be a passionate contest as always against him. He is a fighter, and we will see that on the pitch,” Toney said.Al-Ahli’s build-up in Hong Kong has been far from smooth, but Toney insisted those...
August 22, 2025

Al Ahli’s Ivan Toney says critics fuel their Saudi Super Cup title push: ‘No one wants us to win’

Al Ittihad loan Marwan Al-Sahafi to Belgium’s Royal Antwerp
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad announced that midfielder Marwan Al-Sahafi will join Belgian club Royal Antwerp on a one-year loan deal, giving the young talent his first taste of European football.The move is part of Al Ittihad’s wider strategy to provide promising players with international exposure, helping them develop both technically and professionally.The Jeddah-based club emphasized that such opportunities are aligned with its long-term objectives and Saudi Arabia’s vision for the future of sports.Al-Sahafi, regarded as one of Saudi football’s rising stars, is expected to benefit significantly from the experience in Belgium, gaining valuable minutes and adapting to a different football culture. The club hopes the loan spell will sharpen his...
August 22, 2025

Al Ittihad loan Marwan Al-Sahafi to Belgium’s Royal Antwerp

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