Saudi ready for summer or winter World Cup in 2034: FA chief
DOHA: Saudi Arabia is prepared to host the 2034 World Cup in summer or winter, its football chief told AFP, after the oil giant became the sole bidder for the tournament.
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Intense competition expected as point leaders head into final round of Saudi Toyota Championship
RIYADH: Dirab Square in Riyadh is set to be the venue for the concluding round of the Saudi Toyota Championship’s drift, time attack, and autocross events, between Nov. 2 and 4. The event is spearheaded by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, with Abdul Latif Jameel Co.
Mainz ‘surprised’ after El Ghazi expresses ‘no regrets’ for Israel-Gaza post
BERLIN: German Bundesliga club Mainz on Wednesday reacted with “surprise and incomprehension” after player Anwar El Ghazi said he does “not regret” statements he made on the Israel-Hamas war. The club suspended the Dutch international for a number of social media posts related to the conflict, but said Monday the player could return “soon” after he “explicitly distanced himself” from the statements. El Ghazi, however, took to social media on Wednesday, saying “I do not regret or have any remorse for my position.” “Any other statements, comments or apologies to the contrary attributed to me are not factually correct and have not been made or authorized by me.” Mainz responded to El Ghazi’s posts on Wednesday, also on social media, saying the club would “examine the matter legally and then evaluate it.” El Ghazi was suspended on October 17 for taking a “position on the conflict in the Middle East in a manner that wasn’t tolerable for the club,” Mainz said in a previous statement. He had shared several posts on social media early in the conflict, including the phrase “from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.” The slogan is seen by some as a call for the destruction of Israel, while others say it appeals for equality for Palestinians and Israelis. Mainz said Wednesday El Ghazi had “called in sick on Monday and was currently not in training.”
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk fight set for delay as new date emerges
The impending heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is reportedly set to be pushed back with a February 2024 date outlined for their mouth-watering bout.
Saudi Arabia humbled by 'massive support' for 2034 World Cup bid
Saudi Arabia Football Federation president Yasser Al Misehal said he was humbled by the “massive support” shown by other countries as the kingdom emerged as the sole bidder for the 2034 World Cup after Australia opted out of hosting the tournament.
Saudi Arabia Ready For Summer Or Winter World Cup After Rapid Bid Process
Saudi Arabia is prepared to host the 2034 World Cup in summer or winter, its football chief told AFP, as the conservative oil giant was anointed the tournament's host just weeks after announcing a bid. The quickfire crowning of the alcohol-free desert monarchy, which first allowed non-religious foreign tourists in 2019, comes less than a year after neighbouring Qatar held the first winter World Cup, and the first in the Middle East.
Ronaldo hails Al Nassr's 'amazing spirit' as Gerrard blames referee for King's Cup defeat
Cristiano Ronaldo hailed Al Nassr’s “amazing” team spirit in their feisty King’s Cup victory against Al Ettifaq on Tuesday, while rival manager Steven Gerrard blamed the defeat squarely on the referee.
UAE President posts message of support for Saudi World Cup
DUBAI: The president of the UAE took to social media on Wednesday, offering his support to Saudi Arabia after FIFA announced the Kingdom was the only country bidding to host the 2034 World Cup.