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Cristiano Ronaldo will make his official season debut for Al-Nassr in the 2025 Saudi Super Cup semi-final against Al-Ittihad, with the match available for live streaming on Fubo across various devices. The game features top players and new coaching strategies, with both teams aiming for victory in a highly anticipated clash.
During the Saudi Super Cup final, a spectator whipped Al Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah from the stands, leading to a confrontation captured on social media. The incident occurred during the award ceremony after Al Hilal's 4-1 win over Al Ittihad, with Hamdallah reacting to the provocation before being struck with a whip. Security personnel led the supporter away, and Al Ittihad has not commented on the incident.
The Asian Champions League match between Al-Ittihad and Sepahan was called off after the Saudi team refused to leave their dressing room due to a statue of an assassinated Iranian general being placed at the entrance to the pitch. The game was postponed, and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) stated that it was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. The statue of Qasem Soleimani, a prominent Iranian general, was viewed as a martyr by Iran's ruling regime. Relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia have long been strained, and this year's Asian Champions League is the first since 2016 in which clubs from both nations have been permitted to play each other.
Saudi club Al Ittihad is reportedly making a world record £215 million ($270 million) offer for Liverpool star Mohamed Salah. The offer includes a record salary, a percentage of shirt sales, a win bonus, and ambassadorial roles with major Saudi companies. Liverpool has rejected a previous offer and stated that they will not sell Salah. If unsuccessful, Al Ittihad may make another offer in the January transfer window. Saudi Arabia has been investing heavily in sports as part of its Vision 2030 reform agenda, but the spending has drawn criticism due to the country's human rights record.
Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad has renewed their interest in Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, although it remains uncertain if a deal will be reached. Salah's agent previously dismissed rumors of a move, emphasizing the player's commitment to Liverpool. The club has already lost Jordan Henderson and Fabinho to Saudi Arabian teams this summer. Salah, who recently joined Liverpool's leadership group, has made a strong start to the Premier League season with a goal and an assist in two matches.
N'Golo Kante reflects on his seven years at Chelsea, including winning the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League, Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup. He thanks the club, coaches, teammates, and fans for helping him achieve his dreams and develop as a player. Kante is leaving Chelsea to join Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia.
Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Ittihad after his contract at Stamford Bridge expired. Kante won six major trophies with Chelsea, including the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, Europa League and UEFA Super Cup. The 32-year-old will join fellow Frenchman Karim Benzema at Al Ittihad, who recently signed for the Saudi Pro League champions. The club is now controlled by the Saudi Public Investment Fund, which also owns an 80% stake in Premier League side Newcastle United.
N'Golo Kanté has confirmed his departure from Chelsea on a free transfer to Al Ittihad, a Saudi Pro League club, on a mega-deal worth up to €100m per year. Kanté signed with Chelsea in 2016 and became synonymous with the team, winning multiple titles and finishing as high as fifth in the Ballon d'Or voting. Injuries became a concern in recent years, limiting his appearances, but he leaves behind a legacy as one of the greatest midfielders to play for Chelsea.
Son Heung-Min has confirmed his intention to stay at Tottenham despite receiving a lucrative offer from Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad. The 30-year-old forward was reportedly offered a four-year deal worth €30 million ($32.7m) per season, but Tottenham indicated they were unwilling to listen to offers for the South Korea forward. Son is under contract at Tottenham until 2025 and has stated his desire to remain in north London.
Karim Benzema, the reigning Ballon d'Or winner and Real Madrid's captain, has left the club after 14 years to join Saudi Arabia's Al Ittihad. Sources close to Benzema and the club suggest that his decision was influenced by a difficult final season, the disappointment of being left out of France's World Cup squad, and an offer from Al Ittihad that was too good to refuse. Benzema's departure has upended Madrid's summer transfer strategy, with the club now needing to find a replacement for their star striker.
Karim Benzema, a French striker and former Real Madrid player, has signed a three-year contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, becoming the latest high-profile signing in the country's billion-dollar project to expand its sports profile. The project, backed by the Public Investment Fund, aims to turn the Saudi league into a major player in world soccer and has already lured Cristiano Ronaldo to another Saudi club. The acquisition of Benzema is part of a broader plan to raise the profile of the Saudi league and the country's status in global sports.
Karim Benzema bid farewell to Real Madrid after 13 years and 353 goals, leaving for Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. The Ballon d'Or holder, who was voted the best player on the planet less than nine months ago, leaves with 25 winners' medals and a legacy as one of the best players in Real Madrid's history. Benzema was a quiet but successful player, who helped others score goals and adapted his style to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. He leaves Real Madrid as a footballer, not just a forward.
French soccer player Karim Benzema has reportedly reached an agreement with Saudi Arabia's Al Ittihad club on a two-season contract worth over 100 million euros. Benzema, who played his last game for Real Madrid on Sunday, could be the first of many established star names to join Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League next season. Ronaldo plays for Al Nassr, while Lionel Messi is reportedly preparing to sign a deal with the kingdom's Al Hilal club.
Karim Benzema, one of the greatest strikers in the history of soccer, is leaving Real Madrid after 14 seasons and 25 trophies. The 35-year-old striker's departure was officially announced by the club on Sunday with the expectation that he'll join Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad. Benzema is the fifth player who has worn Real Madrid's shirt the most times with 647 appearances, and is Real Madrid's second all-time top scorer with 353 goals. He is also the fourth top scorer in the history of the Champions League and the fourth top scorer in the history of La Liga.
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema will leave the club as a free agent after 14 years and move to Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad on a two-year contract. The French striker had looked set to stay at the Spanish club for one more year, but an offer estimated to be worth more than 100 million euros from Saudi Arabia reportedly made him reconsider his future. Benzema scored more than 350 goals for Real to sit second on the club's all-time scoring list behind Cristiano Ronaldo.