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A New Frontier: Why Lyon’s All-Time Great Chose Saudi Newcomers Neom
In a move that underscores the growing ambition and appeal of the Saudi Pro League (SPL), Olympique Lyonnais legend and former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette has joined newly-promoted side Neom SC on a free transfer.
The 34-year-old…
Al-Nassr Part Ways with Head Coach Pioli After Nine Months
Al-Nassr have parted company with Italian head coach Stefano Pioli after just nine months in charge, the Saudi Pro League club announced on Wednesday.
The club, captained by Cristiano Ronaldo, confirmed the split on social media but did…
Al-Hilal’s Inzaghi plays down ‘Unfair Accusations’ Over Inter Exit Timeline
New Al-Hilal head coach Simone Inzaghi has defended his commitment to his former club, Inter Milan, following comments from the Saudi Arabian club's CEO suggesting an agreement for his appointment was reached before Inter's UEFA Champions…
Al-Hilal CEO Rules Out Ronaldo Loan as ‘Counter-Intuitive’
Al-Hilal CEO Esteve Calzada has dismissed recent speculation linking the Saudi Pro League club with a short-term loan move for Cristiano Ronaldo, calling the idea "completely counter-intuitive" due to the player's affiliation with…
Simone Inzaghi Appointed Al-Hilal Head Coach After Inter Milan Exit
Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal announced on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, that they have appointed Simone Inzaghi as their new head coach on a two-year contract.
The 49-year-old Italian manager's move comes just a day after he officially left…
Al-Ittihad Clinch 10th Saudi Pro League Title with Victory at Al-Raed
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Al-Ittihad secured their 10th Saudi Pro League championship on Thursday, May 15, 2025, after a commanding 3-1 comeback victory away to already-relegated…
Benzema Double Puts Al-Ittihad on Cusp of Saudi Pro League Title
Karim Benzema scored twice as Al-Ittihad secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Al-Fayah on Sunday, moving them to within touching distance of the Saudi Pro League (SPL) championship.
The win at the Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City…
Al-Ittihad close in on Title After thrilling Comeback win Over Al-Nassr
League leaders Al-Ittihad produced a sensational second-half comeback to defeat rivals Al-Nassr 3-2 at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh on Sunday night, significantly tightening their grip on the Saudi Pro League title and dealing a huge blow to…
Al-Nassr Snatch Late Win to Close on Al-Hilal in top 3 race
Al-Nassr secured a dramatic 3-2 victory away at Damac FC on Tuesday, thanks to a 94th-minute winner from Sultan Al-Ghannam, moving them within two points of second-placed Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League. In another Tuesday fixture,…
Al-Ittihad Extend Saudi Pro League Lead as Al-Hilal Held in Riyadh Derby
Al-Ittihad took a significant step towards claiming the Saudi Pro League title with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ettifaq in Jeddah on Monday, extending their lead at the top to six points after rivals Al-Hilal were held to a draw.…