Saudi Arabia

Saudi sets April 29 as last date for departure of Umrah pilgrims

Any delay in departure will be considered as a violation, may result in maximum fines of SR100,000

Saudi Arabia’s $500m takeover of cricket and its many implications

The Saudis are not just trying to enter the cricket market, they want to establish a new T20 circuit of cricket with them at the helm of it.

Saudi Arabia rejects Israel PM Netanyahu's remarks on displacing Palestinians

Egypt and Jordan also condemned the Israeli suggestions

Al-Nassr sign Colombia forward Duran from Aston Villa

Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr have signed 21-year-old Colombian forward Jhon Duran from Aston Villa for an undisclosed fee, the Premier League club announced on Friday.

Saudi crown prince vows huge trade, investment boosts in call with Trump

Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler passed on congratulations from his father, King Salman, during the call with Trump

New health regulations for Umrah pilgrims

The vaccine has to be administered 10 days before the arrival in Saudi Arabia and the vaccination certificate must also be obtained

Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win

"FIFA's reckless decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia without ensuring adequate human rights protections are in place will put many lives at risk," Steve Cockburn, Amnesty International’s Head of Labour Rights and Sport, said in a statement issued by 21 bodies.

Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup host

At the same time, a virtual Congress of world football's governing body confirmed that Morocco, Spain and Portugal will be joint hosts of the 2030 World Cup, which will also see three games played in South America.

IPL teams set to splash the cash

The Indian Premier League opens its "mega-auction" later Sunday in Saudi Arabia with teams primed to splash out millions of dollars on world-class cricketers for the lucrative Twenty20 tournament.

June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023

Messi to join Inter Miami after PSG exit - BBC

Lionel Messi will snub a lucrative contract in Saudi Arabia and move to Major League Soccer side Inter Miami as a free agent after parting ways with French champion Paris St Germain, the BBC reported on Wednesday.

June 4, 2023
June 4, 2023

Messi to Al Hilal: Done deal?

Lionel Messi is reportedly expected to sign for Saudi Club Al Hilal in a historic deal, with the club's officials currently in Paris, Saudi Gazette reported on Sunday.

June 2, 2023
June 2, 2023

PSG to face Ronaldo on Japan summer tour

PSG will take on Saudi side Al Nassr in Osaka on July 25 and J-League club Cerezo Osaka three days later.

May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023

The global war for talent is expanding

The tech war between nations is well-established – the US and China being the least coy about this battle. There is another (more subtle) war happening: the battle for talent is quietly turning into a more global competition. 

May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023

Ronaldo gifted expensive custom watch with iconic celebration

Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo was gifted a custom-made watch as he attended the Jacob & Co boutique launch in Saudi Arabia.

May 9, 2023
May 9, 2023

Messi's move to Saudi a 'done deal': source

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi will play in Saudi Arabia next season under a "huge" deal, a source close to the negotiations told AFP on Tuesday.

May 8, 2023
May 8, 2023

Ronaldo ‘fooled' by Saudi contract, suspects Rivaldo

Brazilian legend Rivaldo suspects that Cristiano Ronaldo was “fooled by the big contract in Saudi Arabia” and advises the Portuguese megastar to “return to Real Madrid to finish his career”.

May 5, 2023
May 5, 2023

Messi suspension 'not my decision to take', says Galtier

Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier sought to deflect questions about Lionel Messi's suspension by the French club as he spoke to reporters on Friday, insisting the decision was not his to take in the first place.

May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

Reports claim Messi in talks over $400 million-a-year Saudi Arabia move

According to the British daily The Telegraph, the Saudi Arabian government is preparing the most lucrative salary deal in the history of football to bring Lionel Messi to its Saudi Pro League this summer.

March 31, 2023
March 31, 2023

Renard named France women's coach as World Cup looms

Herve Renard has been named France women's coach until 2024 and will lead the team at this year's World Cup, the French federation (FFF) said on Thursday.