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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

Lacazette joins NEOM SC as Saudi Pro League newcomers boost attack with French star

Saudi Gazette reportNEOM — Former France international Alexandre Lacazette has officially joined NEOM Sports Club, becoming the latest high-profile signing in the Roshn Saudi League as the newly promoted side prepares for its debut season in the top flight.The 34-year-old striker, Lyon’s second all-time leading scorer, brings a wealth of experience from Ligue 1 and the English Premier League, where he starred for Arsenal between 2017 and 2022.During his time in England, Lacazette netted 54 goals in 158 league appearances and helped the Gunners lift the FA Cup in 2020.NEOM SC confirmed the move on Tuesday with a message on social media: “From the cradle of heritage in Lyon to the frontier of the future at NEOM SC. Sharpshooter Alexandre Lacazette has arrived.”The ambitious club...

July 02, 2025

Lacazette joins NEOM SC as Saudi Pro League newcomers boost attack with French star

Al Hilal stuns Man City and stirs the world: ‘One of the greatest nights in Saudi club football’

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal’s stunning 4-3 extra-time victory over English powerhouse Manchester City in the FIFA Club World Cup sent shockwaves through global football, but for seasoned followers of Asian football and the Roshn Saudi League, it felt like a long-overdue statement on the world stage.The Riyadh giants, who boast a record number of AFC Champions League titles, pulled off one of the most remarkable results in the competition’s history Monday night in Orlando. With goals from Marcos Leonardo (2), Malcom, and Kalidou Koulibaly, Al Hilal outlasted the reigning UEFA Champions League winners in a pulsating round-of-16 clash.Al Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi praised his squad’s heart and tactical discipline, declaring: “The key to this result are the players, the...

July 01, 2025

Al Hilal stuns Man City and stirs the world: ‘One of the greatest nights in Saudi club football’

Al Hilal’s Serbian midfielder Sergej Milinković-Savić.

Milinković-Savić says Al Hilal proved critics wrong after historic win over Man City

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal’s Serbian midfielder Sergej Milinković-Savić hailed his team’s stunning 4-3 victory over Manchester City as a “statement to the world,” declaring that the Saudi Pro League’s quality is undeniable and that the club has written a new chapter in football history.Speaking after the match in Orlando, which sent Al Hilal into the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup, Savic said: “We’ve made history tonight. It was a massive game and a huge result. For anyone who doubts our league, we’ve shown on the pitch that the Saudi league is strong — we proved it to the world.”The 29-year-old, who joined Al Hilal in summer of 2023 amid some skepticism over his move to the Roshn Saudi League, emphasized that the win was not only about...

July 01, 2025

Milinković-Savić says Al Hilal proved critics wrong after historic win over Man City

Al Hilal head coach Simone Inzaghi speaks with City boss Pep Guardiola.

Inzaghi hails ‘historic’ Al Hilal win over Man City: We climbed a mountain with no oxygen

Saudi Gazette reportORLANDO — Al Hilal head coach Simone Inzaghi described his side’s dramatic 4-3 extra-time triumph over Manchester City in the FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 as a “historic performance,” praising his players’ spirit and tactical execution in what he called one of the biggest wins of his career.Speaking at the post-match press conference in Orlando, the Italian tactician said: “I congratulate the players for a fantastic performance. We beat a very strong team. We played with intensity, clarity, and heart. This victory brought great joy to Al Hilal and to Saudi Arabia. We’ll enjoy the moment, recover well, and prepare for the quarterfinal.”Inzaghi, who took over Al Hilal earlier this summer, praised the character of his squad in the absence of key defender...

July 01, 2025

Inzaghi hails ‘historic’ Al Hilal win over Man City: We climbed a mountain with no oxygen

Al Hilal stun Manchester City in seven-goal thriller to reach Club World Cup quarterfinals

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi giants Al Hilal pulled off a sensational 4-3 extra-time victory over Manchester City on Monday night to book their spot in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.In a dramatic encounter at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Al Hilal came from behind twice to eliminate the English champions, with Brazilian forward Marcos Leonardo scoring a stunning brace, including the winning goal in the 112th minute.City opened the scoring early through Bernardo Silva in the 9th minute, but Hilal responded brilliantly after the break.Leonardo equalized just a minute into the second half, before compatriot Malcom gave the Saudis a 2-1 lead in the 52nd minute.Erling Haaland drew City level just three minutes later, sending the match into extra time at 2-2.Al...

July 01, 2025

Al Hilal stun Manchester City in seven-goal thriller to reach Club World Cup quarterfinals

Al Hilal land in Orlando ahead of Club World Cup clash with Manchester City

Saudi Gazette reportFLORIDA — Al Hilal arrived in Orlando, Florida on Saturday night as they gear up for a high-stakes showdown against Manchester City in the Round of 16 at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.The squad departed from Nashville, Tennessee following a closed training session at Nashville SC’s facility.Midfielder Musab Al Juwayr, who had missed the previous session due to knee discomfort, returned to full training before the team made their way to the airport.Upon arrival, the Saudi side settled into their new base in Orlando ahead of Monday night’s encounter at Camping World Stadium.Head coach Simone Inzaghi is scheduled to speak at a pre-match press conference on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. local time, followed by the team’s final training at the University of Central Florida at 8...

June 29, 2025

Al Hilal land in Orlando ahead of Club World Cup clash with Manchester City

Saudi Arabia exit Gold Cup after quarterfinal defeat to Mexico

Saudi Gazette reportWASHINGTON — Saudi Arabia’s historic run at the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup came to an end in the quarterfinals following a 2-0 loss to Mexico on Saturday evening.Participating as a special invitee, the Green Falcons advanced from the group stage but were unable to progress further after a tough contest marked by heavy physical play and controversial officiating.The match, played in the United States, saw Mexican players commit repeated hard fouls, with referee Lukasz Szpala opting not to show yellow or red cards despite several intense challenges.The absence of VAR intervention further fueled frustration on the Saudi bench.After a goalless first half, Alexis Vega broke the deadlock in the 49th minute.Mexico doubled their lead through an own goal by Saudi defender...

June 29, 2025

Saudi Arabia exit Gold Cup after quarterfinal defeat to Mexico

Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo says the past is over and this season will be Al Nassr’s

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Cristiano Ronaldo has declared that he is living an “ideal life” in Saudi Arabia, crediting Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the country's sweeping transformation.In an extended interview with Al Nassr’s official YouTube channel, the global icon reaffirmed his long-term commitment to both his club and the Kingdom, saying: “I may be Portuguese, but I belong to Saudi Arabia.”The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, who recently signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr through 2027, emphasized that his mission goes beyond the pitch.“From my first day here, I knew I had a responsibility to bring change not only to Al Nassr but to Saudi football as a whole,” Ronaldo said.“That’s why I renewed for two more years. I believe I will...

June 29, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo says the past is over and this season will be Al Nassr’s

Saudi women’s national team arrive in Cambodia for historic AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers debut

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Saudi Arabian women’s national football team arrived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on Thursday ahead of their historic debut in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers, marking the team’s first-ever official participation in the continent’s flagship competition.The Green Falcons will open their Group B campaign on Sunday, June 29, against the Philippines, with further group matches scheduled against Hong Kong on July 2 and hosts Cambodia on July 5.This milestone appearance follows a 10-day preparatory camp in Bangkok, Thailand, under head coach Lluis Cortés, during which the squad underwent intensive training focused on tactical, physical, and technical development in a high-performance environment.Cortés selected a final squad of 23 players for...

June 28, 2025

Saudi women’s national team arrive in Cambodia for historic AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers debut

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