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Al Ettifaq player Jordan Henderson, left, is tackled by Al Hilal's Kalidou Koulibaly, right, during their Saudi Pro League match. EPA
Al Hilal's Kalidou Koulibaly impressed by SPL home-grown talent

Defender says SPL players are the equal of their counterparts in Europe's big leagues

SportSeptember 01, 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Al Nassr kickstarted the Saudi Pro League transformation. AFP
SPL chief Carlo Nohra: Superstar signings key to long-term ambitions

Chief operating officer says investment in world-class players will continue as league aims to grow revenue streams and help clubs 'stand on their own feet'

FootballAugust 31, 2023
Nassr's Portuguese forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo (R) celebrates his second goal during the Saudi Pro League football match between Al-Nassr and Al-Shabab in Riyadh's Al-Awal Park Stadium on August 29, 2023. (Photo by Fayez Nureldine / AFP)
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Ronaldo grabs the spotlight for Al Nassr in derby rout over Al Shabab

Nassr captain, fresh from hat-trick four days ago, nets another two goals in the 4-0 win on Tuesday

FootballAugust 30, 2023
Roberto Mancini arrives in Riyadh ahead of his unveiling as Saudi Arabia manager. Reuters
Mancini needs to settle fast as Saudi manager with Asia Cup looming

Resceduled 2023 tournament gives Italian chance to end Green Falcons' 27-year drought since last winning continent’s premier competition

FootballAugust 30, 2023
Roberto Mancini and SAFF president Yasser Al Misehal at the Italian coach's first official press conference since his unveiling as the new manager of Saudi Arabia. Reuters
Mancini aims for Asian Cup silverware with Saudi Arabia

The Italian coach plots success at next year's tournament after being unveiled in Riyadh

FootballAugust 28, 2023
Andres Iniesta started the game on bench as Emirates Club visited Al Wasl. Photo: UAE Pro League
Football legend Iniesta makes his Emirates Club debut

Veteran midfielder appears in second half of Emirates Club's 1-0 loss at Al Wasl

FootballAugust 19, 2023
Al Hilal's new signing Neymar. Reuters
Neymar aims to 'write a new sporting history' at Al Hilal

Brazil great signs two-year deal with Riyadh club as Saudi Pro League acquires another global star

FootballAugust 16, 2023
In this handout picture released by the Saudi Al-Hilal football club on August 15, 2023, Brazilian forward Neymar poses for a picture in the team's uniform in Riyadh. Brazil forward Neymar has signed for Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain, the clubs announced today, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema as the latest big name lured to the oil-rich Gulf state. (Photo by Saudi Pro League / AFP)
Brazil star Neymar completes blockbuster move to Al Hilal

Club finalise €90 million deal with PSG in one of the biggest transfers in kingdom's history

FootballAugust 15, 2023
Ettifaq manager Steven Gerrard celebrates after his team's win over Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League on August 14, 2023. AFP
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Steven Gerrard reveals why he joined Saudi side Al Ettifaq

Former England midfielder looks to 'grow and evolve' as club clinches first victory under his management

FootballAugust 15, 2023
Charles Oliveira takes part in an open workout at Yas Mall ahead of his first fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
ExclusiveOliveira seeking 'legacy win' against Makhachev in Abu Dhabi

Former lightweight champion speaks to The National ahead of October's headline rematch at UFC 294 at Etihad Arena

Combat SportsAugust 15, 2023
Jordan Henderson got the better of former Liverpool teammate Sadio Mane as Ettifaq fought back to beat Al Nassr. AFP
Al Ettifaq defeat Al Nassr as Saudi Pro League gets under way

Concluding an opening weekend which saw many star names make their debuts, Steven Gerrard masterminded a victory over a Ronaldo-less Nassr in Dammam

FootballAugust 14, 2023
Neymar is all set to join Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal. EPA
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Neymar to leave PSG for Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal

Forward agrees terms to become latest high-profile addition to SPL ranks

FootballAugust 14, 2023
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - AUGUST 12: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr celebrates after scoring the team's second goal during the Arab Club Champions Cup Final between Al Hilal and Al Nassr at King Fahd International Stadium on August 12, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh / Getty Images)
Ronaldo, with support of Mane and Co, under pressure to deliver title

Runner-up in his first half-season, the Portuguese superstar will ultimately be judged on if he can lead his club to success this campaign, particularly after receiving impressive reinforcements this summer

FootballAugust 14, 2023
Saudi Pro League director of football Michael Emenalo
Emenalo: I'd love to see Mbappe and Kane in Saudi Pro League

As 2023/24 season gets under way, new director of football says league will soon be for 'exceptional players only'

FootballAugust 13, 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo clutches his knee after going down from a challenge during Al Nassr's King Salman Club Cup final victory against Al Hilal. Getty
Ronaldo an injury doubt for Al Nassr's opening Saudi Pro League match

Portuguese forward looked to have twisted his knee in the closing stages of the King Salman Club Cup final and was taken off the pitch

FootballAugust 13, 2023
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