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/ 30 days agoMessi-Hong Kong 2.0: India angry over Ronaldo's moved match
A decision to relocate an Al-Nassr AFC Champions League match with Ronaldo from Iran to Dubai due to security concerns has caused a significant uproar in India. The Kolkata-based club Mohun Bagan Super Giants are at the center of the controversy. They recently forfeited their own AFC Champions League qualifier against an Iranian club. Thus, […]
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/ 30 days agoNew evidence suggests Saudi state was involved in Newcastle deal
Premier League clubs are once again raising questions over the previous 2021 takeover of Newcastle. The Magpies changed hands three years ago after Mike Ashley offloaded the team to a consortium led by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). The Middle Eastern group paid nearly $400 million for an 80% stake in the club. Fellow […]
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/ 32 days agoWomen's soccer players target FIFA to end Saudi sponsorship
Hundreds of professional women's soccer players have signed a letter calling for FIFA to end a sponsorship deal with a Saudi oil company. In April, FIFA signed a sponsorship deal with Aramco. That oil company has 98.5% state ownership, meaning the government of Saudi Arabia owns the company. In a way, it is FIFA entering […]
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/ 40 days agoAl-Hilal adamant on signing Vinicius as replacement for Neymar?
Vinicius has found himself at the center of transfer speculation, with Al-Hilal showing a keen interest in acquiring his services. He has been a mainstay at Real Madrid and a key figure in their lineup. But while Neymar's future with the Saudi club is still in the air, Al-Hilal has their sights set on the […]
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/ 44 days agoSpanish international joins Rodri with threats of players' strike
The ever-expanding soccer calendar continues to draw criticism from players and managers alike. The latest voice of dissent has come from Spanish international Aymeric Laporte. Speaking out against the increasingly demanding match schedule, Laporte has raised the possibility of a players' strike. He has suggested it might be the only solution to safeguard their health […]
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/ 46 days agoManchester City claim victory after Associated Party case verdict
Manchester City took a positive step after the verdict supported City in its case against the Premier League regarding the league’s Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules. In a 175-page ruling, the independent arbitration panel declared that certain aspects of the rules are unlawful. The ruling also has implications for other Premier League clubs. This relates […]
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/ 50 days ago2025 Barcelona move possible for Neymar thanks to World Cup
A potential reunion between Neymar and Barcelona is making waves once again for the summer of 2025. Reports are surfacing about the Brazilian forward’s return to the Catalan club. The 32-year-old Al-Hilal star could be eyeing a move back to Barcelona in 2025 when he becomes a free agent. While this news might sound surprising, […]
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/ 63 days agoRonaldo to blame for another boss shakeup? Al Nassr weigh in
Al Nassr CEO Guido Fienga firmly addressed suggestions that Cristiano Ronaldo holds significant sway over the club's decisions on its coach. The comments from Fienga come in response to widespread speculation following the recent sacking of Portuguese coach Luis Castro. The club replaced him with Italian manager Stefano Pioli after a disappointing start to the […]
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/ 71 days agoNo Brazil deal: Ramos holding out for MLS or Saudi switch
Sergio Ramos made headlines this summer by departing Sevilla for the second time in his storied career. With a resume that includes glittering stints at Real Madrid and PSG, Ramos is one of the game’s elite. However, despite the widespread speculation and persistent rumors, the 38-year-old remains without a club as of mid-September. Throughout the […]
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/ 76 days agoAl-Hilal to exclude Neymar until January: What does future hold?
Neymar once again finds his career marred by injury, as Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus plans to delay the Brazilian superstar's return until January 2025. This decision follows a devastating knee injury that Neymar sustained while playing for Brazil in October 2023. This came just months after joining the Saudi Pro League in a high-profile transfer. […]
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/ 76 days agoAncelotti to swap Madrid for Saudi Arabia: Who will replace him?
Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly considering a move to Saudi Arabia after his current spell with Real Madrid comes to an end. Although Ancelotti's contract with Real Madrid runs until 2026, reports suggest that the Saudi Pro League has presented him with a lucrative offer; reflecting the league's growing ambition to attract top footballing talent and […]
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/ 77 days agoLiverpool stay? Salah hell-bent on making up for Mane's mistake
Liverpool's star forward Mohamed Salah has reportedly decided that he wants to remain at Anfield beyond this season. The veteran is reportedly ready to prolong his time with the Reds, ending talk of a possible Saudi Arabia move. Yet, he is entering the last year of his contract at Anfield. Under the guidance of new […]
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/ 83 days agoNeymar can't play for Al-Hilal until 2025 despite injury recovery
Neymar made history with his move to Al-Hilal, and it was one of the most talked-about transfers in recent football history. When the Saudi Pro League club splashed out to bring the Brazilian superstar from PSG, it marked a significant moment in the sport. Neymar became the most expensive player in the league’s history. He […]
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/ 90 days agoRonaldo continues to dominate: When can he reach 900 goals?
Cristiano Ronaldo, a name synonymous with greatness, is showing no signs of slowing down as he approaches his 40th birthday. The Portuguese star has continued to defy age and expectations in the Saudi Pro League; even in the Kingdom, he remains a formidable force for Al-Nassr. In the 2024-25 season opener against Al-Raed, the superstar […]
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/ 90 days agoCash bonanza for Chelsea? Talks for main kit sponsor heat up
Chelsea find themselves in a precarious financial situation as they head into the 2024-25 season without a confirmed kit sponsor. This marks the second consecutive season the club has entered without a primary sponsor on their jerseys; an issue that has persisted since Todd Boehly’s BlueCo takeover in May 2022. The lack of a shirt […]