Argentina coach ‘wary’ of Saudi Arabia threat in World Cup opener
ABU DHABI: Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said on Tuesday he is wary of the threat posed by their World Cup-opening rivals Saudi Arabia.
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Rafael Nadal out of ATP Masters, Carlos Alcaraz stays No 1
TURIN, Italy: Rafael Nadal was eliminated at the group stage of the ATP Finals in Turin on Tuesday, with Spanish compatriot Carlos Alcaraz now assured of ending 2022 as world number one. Nadal had lost two matches at the Turin finals and to stay alive needed Taylor Fritz to beat Casper Ruud in straight sets.
Saudi Arabian football chief praises ASEAN Football Federation 2022 Congress
RIYADH: President of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation Yasser Al-Misehal praised the hosting of the 8th Congress of the ASEAN Football Federation in Siem Reap, Cambodia on Monday. Al-Misehal’s visit to the congress came as part of the Saudi Arabian Football Transformation Strategy’s Global Prominence campaign to grow Saudi Arabia’s influence on the continental and international football stage.
Saudi Arabia beat Qatar to win WAFF U-23 Championship
Saudi Arabia won the West Asian Football Federation U-23 Championship for the first time after defeating Qatar 3-1 in the final of the competition at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on Tuesday night.
Ronaldo risks United legacy after explosive tirade
Cristiano Ronaldo appears to have burnt his bridges with Manchester United after launching a stinging tirade against the club and faces an uncertain future as he prepares for the World Cup.
Iran’s players free to express themselves at World Cup, says Queiroz
DOHA: Iran’s players are free to express themselves at the World Cup, coach Carlos Queiroz said on Tuesday, as the country was gripped by fresh anti-government protests. Iranians have taken to the streets since September following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini after her arrest for allegedly flouting the strict dress code for women. The country’s players are being watched closely in Qatar for signs that they support the demonstrations.
Four athletes carry Saudi hopes at the 2022 World Taekwondo Championships
GUADALAJARA: Four Saudi Arabians are among the competitors from 122 nations currently taking part in the 2022 World Taekwondo Championships in the Mexican City of Guadalajara.
Cullen & McCabe scoop Player of the Year awards
Josh Cullen has been crowned the FAI's men's senior player of the year, with Katie McCabe scooping the women's honour.