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'Unique' Ronaldo says he wants to break records in Saudi stint

Riyadh (AFP) - Cristiano Ronaldo described himself as a "unique player" and insisted his career was not over as he arrived at his new club Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.

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Saudi Ambassadors-Designate Take Oath before King Salman

Saudi ambassadors-designate to a number of brotherly and friendly countries took the oath of office on Tuesday before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz at a ceremony at the Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh. The new envoys are Ambassador to Cameroon Dr.

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Riyadh Renews Support to Int’l Efforts to Reach Political Solution to Russia-Ukraine Crisis

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s support to international efforts aimed at resolving the Russian-Ukrainian crisis through political means to preserve regional and international peace. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The cabinet reviewed the…

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Ronaldo set for hero's welcome in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh (AFP) - Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will be greeted by thousands of adoring fans in Riyadh on Tuesday after quitting top-level football for a lucrative spell at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr.

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Saudi's Al Nassr look to 'galacticos' era after signing Ronaldo

Riyadh (AFP) - Few expected Cristiano Ronaldo to rock up in Riyadh but Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr came up with the cash when it counted to pull off the biggest coup in Gulf football history.

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'See you soon': Ronaldo set for hero's welcome in Saudi Arabia

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Cristiano Ronaldo Arrives in Riyadh to Join Al-Nasr

World football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo arrived in Riyadh on Monday night to join Al-Nasr, reported the Saudi Press Agency. He was received by President of the club's Board of Directors Mesli Al-Muammar, his deputy Abdullah Al-Omrani, and CEO Ahmed Al-Ghamdi and a group of children, affiliated to the club's fans.…

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Riyadh Welcomes 2023 with ‘Trio Arabic Night’

The Saudi capital and the audience at Mohammed Abdu Arena had an exceptional New Year’s Eve with a star-studded concert performed by 13 singers who welcomed 2023 with promises, hopes, and dreams. Held as part of the Riyadh Season, the concert dubbed ‘Trio Arabic Night’ brought together Najwa Karam, Assi…

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From F1 to CR7, oil-rich Saudi Arabia's sports shopping spree

Riyadh (AFP) - Al Nassr's surprise capture of football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is the latest in a string of high-profile sports acquisitions by oil-rich Saudi Arabia.

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Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of unveiling by Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo will be presented at the club’s Mrsool Park stadium in Riyadh at 7pm (16:00 GMT) on Tuesday.

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Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of grand Al Nassr unveiling

Riyadh (AFP) - Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo arrived in Riyadh ahead of his grand unveiling before thousands of fans at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr club on Tuesday, after sealing a shock move estimated at more than 200 million euros.

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Al-Hilal spark Cristiano Ronaldo feud as big-money transfer prompts Lionel Messi stunt

Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal have started stocking 'Messi 10' shirts in their official club shop after Riyadh neighbours Al-Nassr secured the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo

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Ronaldo set for grand unveiling after shock Saudi move

Riyadh (AFP) - Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will be unveiled before thousands of fans at Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr club on Tuesday, a spokesman said, after sealing a shock move estimated at more than 200 million euros.

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‘Historic Moment’: Saudis Flock to Buy Ronaldo Shirts after Al Nassr Deal

Only hours after Cristiano Ronaldo penned a two-year contract with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, crowds flocked to a football kit store in Riyadh to buy the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's new club jersey. Abdulmohsen al-Ayyban, 41, and his nine-year old son, Nayef, were among those queueing at Al Nassr club's…

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Saudis flock to buy Ronaldo shirts after Al Nassr deal

Riyadh (AFP) - Only hours after Cristiano Ronaldo penned a two-year contract with Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr, crowds flocked to a football kit store in Riyadh to buy the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's new club jersey.

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Who are Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo’s new team?

Portugal captain has joined the Riyadh-based side on a deal until June 2025.

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Ronaldo signs for Al Nassr in deal worth over €200m

RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo on Friday signed for Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia, the club announced, in a deal believed to be worth more than €200 million.

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Ronaldo signs for Al Nassr in deal worth 'more than 200m euros'

Riyadh (AFP) - Cristiano Ronaldo on Friday signed for Al Nassr of Saudi Arabia, the club announced, in a deal believed to be worth more than 200 million euros.

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Saudi Arabia Seeks to Attract $32 Billion Investments in Minerals Sector

Saudi Arabia can play a global role in providing the strategic minerals necessary for the transition to renewable energy, and achieving the goals of net zero emissions, said a report by the Payne Institute for Public Policy, affiliated with the Colorado School of Mines. The report was published by the…

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The Newcastle United 'fine tuning' makes for an exciting January window as Eddie Howe aims high

Newcastle United splashed out £200million in 2022 on transfers but now look to fine-tune their squad

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Riyadh Welcomes the New Year With a Massive Concert

On December 31, Riyadh will host a concert “beyond your wildest dreams” to celebrate the new year.

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Saudi, Russian FMs Discuss Ukraine Crisis

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Wednesday a telephone call from his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. Their talks focused on the latest developments in the Ukraine crisis. Prince Faisal underscored to Lavrov Saudi Arabia’s efforts with all involved parties, adding that the Kingdom supports international…

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Saudi Arabia seizes 30 tonnes of the narcotic khat

Riyadh (AFP) - Saudi Arabia on Wednesday said it had seized nearly 30 tonnes of the mildly narcotic shrub khat this month, as part of a larger drug crackdown by the oil-rich kingdom.

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Riyadh, Cairo Discuss Defense Cooperation

Saudi Army Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Fayyad al-Ruwaili held talks with his Egyptian Counterpart, Lieutenant-General Osama Askar, in Riyadh on Tuesday. Both sides discussed defense and military cooperation relations between the two countries, as well as a number of issues of common interest. Talks also touched on the bilateral strategic…

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Saudi Arabia Reiterates Support to Iraq’s Security, Sovereignty

The Saudi government reiterated on Tuesday the Kingdom’s stance in support of Iraq as it seeks to preserve its security and sovereignty. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh. The government renewed the Kingdom’s commitment to Iraq’s efforts…

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