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'Will Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar extend their contracts in Saudi Arabia? We play a facilitating job, but it’s down to the players and the clubs to decide' Saudi Pro League chief reveals how talks will work for out-of-contract duo

Some of the league's biggest stars see their deals expire this summer – FFT heard from the division's CEO, on the prospects of them staying and others arriving

FourFourTwo · Nov 17, 2024

'LGBTQ+ fans will be respected at a World Cup in Saudi Arabia, everyone is welcome' 2034 tournament bid chief's promise

Ahead of the country being awarded the tournament next month, FFT spoke to the bid CEO about some of the important issues that have been raised

FourFourTwo · Nov 16, 2024

25 UP players shortlisted for mega IPL auction

LUCKNOW: As many as 25 players from Uttar Pradesh have been shortlisted from the 40 players who had registered for the mega IPL auction scheduled for Nov 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

The Times of India · Nov 16, 2024

Coco Gauff’s Riyadh run crystallized her status as an American role model

Still only 20, Gauff moves with a wisdom that belies her youth. This was never more evident than how she conducted her business on and off the court during last week’s WTA Finals in Riyadh

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024

IPL 2025 Auction: Mumbai Indians remaining purse, Right to Match cards, slots remaining

The Mumbai Indians (MI), one of the most successful franchises in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, are set to enter the 2025 IPL mega auction with a clear strategy and a strong financial position. Scheduled to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24-25, the auction is expected to…

The Times of India · Nov 15, 2024

Socceroos set to walk World Cup qualification tightrope

Despite the disappointment of being held to a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia, the Socceroos are adamant they are on the right track ahead of facing Bahrain.

AAP · Nov 14, 2024

Socceroos haunted by mediocrity before surviving late scare in Saudi stumble

Stalemate might have been worse but for last-gasp offside and return fixture now looks set to be a 2026 World Cup qualification shootout

The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2024

Socceroos squander chances before late reprieve in Saudi Arabia stalemate

Australia and Saudi Arabia frustrated in 0-0 draw as disallowed goal denies visitors last-gasp victory in 2026 World Cup qualifier

The Guardian - AU · Nov 14, 2024

Germany captain Kimmich regrets political stance at World Cup Qatar 2022

Joshua Kimmich says the national team’s 2022 protest of the ban on pro-LGBTQ+ armbands at World Cup wasn’t a good image.

Al Jazeera · Nov 14, 2024

Celine Dion ‘very privileged’ to close Elie Saab fashion show in Saudi Arabia

Music stars Jennifer Lopez and Camila Cabello also performed during the fashion event.

Evening Standard · Nov 14, 2024