Al Taawoun Condemn Diogo Jota Chants Aimed at Al Hilal’s Ruben Neves
Al Taawoun FC issued an official statement disowning the chants targeting Al Hilal’s Portuguese midfielder Ruben Neves using the name of his late friend Diogo Jota, condemning the incident and initiating coordination with relevant authorities to prevent any recurrence. The incident occurred during Al Hilal’s resounding 6-0 victory over Al Taawoun on Matchday 7 of […]
Al Hilal’s Ruben Neves Hits Back at Fans Chanting Name of Late Friend Jota
The Saudi Pro League match between Al Hilal and Al Taawoun witnessed a controversial incident after Ruben Neves, the star midfielder for Al Hilal, responded to chants from the home stands referencing his late friend, Diogo Jota. Chants featuring Jota’s name carry deep sensitivity for Neves due to the close relationship the two shared over […]
Gabriel Martinelli Scores Hat-Trick as Al Hilal Thrash Al Taawoun 6-0
Al Hilal made a swift return to winning ways, crushing host side Al Taawoun 6-0 on Saturday evening in Matchday 7 of the Saudi Pro League, putting behind their unexpected 2-0 defeat to NEOM in the previous round. Al Hilal required just nine minutes to break the deadlock through Ollie Watkins, before Gabriel Martinelli launched […]
Moroccan Star Bounou Earns Fourth Yachine Trophy Nomination for 2026
France Football magazine has unveiled the shortlist of nominees for the 2026 Yachine Trophy, awarded to the world’s best goalkeeper, with Morocco’s Yassine Bounou featuring as the sole Arab representative in a ten-man field. The Yachine Trophy is presented annually to the standout goalkeeper of the season, regardless of league or nationality, evaluated on individual […]
NEOM Hand Al Hilal First Defeat of the Season in Historic 2-0 Victory
NEOM handed Al Hilal their first defeat of the season, securing a 2–0 victory on Monday evening at Kingdom Arena in Matchday 6 of the Saudi Pro League. The result puts an end to Simone Inzaghi’s side’s perfect start to the campaign following five consecutive league wins, on a night where Al Hilal struggled with […]
Karim Benzema Terminates Al-Hilal Contract and Considers Retirement
Retirement has emerged as a strong option for Karim Benzema after the French striker decided to end his brief spell with Al-Hilal, agreeing to mutually terminate his contract with the Saudi club just six months after joining. Journalist Fabrizio Romano revealed that Benzema will soon announce his final decision regarding his future. The 38-year-old is […]
Al-Hilal Officially Sign Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa in €60.4M Deal
Al-Hilal have officially announced the signing of English striker Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa, positioning the forward as the leader of the team’s attack for the upcoming phase. Watkins passed his medical examinations before penning his contract with the Saudi club, concluding a six-year tenure at Aston Villa during which he established himself as one […]
La Liga Opens Its Doors to Riyad Mahrez
Algerian star Riyad Mahrez has returned to the forefront of the summer transfer market after a Spanish club entered the race for his signature, potentially offering him one final European experience following the end of his spell in Saudi Arabia. According to La Gazette du Fennec, the 35-year-old is considering his options as a free […]
Martinelli Nears Al Hilal in a Record Sale for Arsenal
Al Hilal are close to completing the signing of Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli after the Arsenal player approved a move to the Saudi Pro League and negotiations between the two clubs entered their final stages. Al Hilal have provisionally scheduled his medical for the weekend and hope to announce the deal shortly afterwards, with Mikel […]
Al Hilal Close In on £55M Transfer for Arsenal Winger Gabriel Martinelli
Al Hilal are closing in on the signing of Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli, as negotiations with Arsenal reach their final stages, with the English club prepared to approve the sale during the summer transfer window. Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Al Hilal have already sent their contract offer to Martinelli and his agents, while talks regarding […]