Tag: Saudi
Furor erupts over Ronaldo’s apparent obscene taunt in Saudi league match
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly being investigated for making an alleged offensive gesture while playing for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Footage on social media appeared to show Ronaldo cupping his ear and repeatedly thrusting his hand forward near his pelvis, seemingly aimed at rival Al Shabab supporters. The incident
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Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters: New ‘fourth major’ to launch this August on World Snooker Tour | Snooker News
Saudi Arabia Snooker Masters to be held in Riyadh from August 31-September 7; New event will join UK Championship, Masters and World Championship as the ‘fourth major’ on the World Snooker Tour schedule Last Updated: 14/02/24 6:06am Ronnie O’Sullivan won the last two major titles, the UK Championship in December and Masters in January Saudi…
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Usyk, Fury title fight rescheduled to May 18 in Saudi Arabia
Britain’s Tyson Fury (L) and Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk (R) challenge each other during a press conference, in London, on November 16, 2023, ahead of their undisputed heavyweight world championship contest, taking place on February 17, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Daniel LEAL / AFP) LONDON — The fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson…
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LIV Golf chairman says Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund ‘remains committed’ to supporting series | Golf News
LIV Golf chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan has informed competitors Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund “remains committed to investing in and supporting” the breakaway series. The letter sent to LIV players on Thursday, reported by Golfweek, follows a move on Wednesday by Strategic Sports Group, a consortium of US-based sports franchise owners, to become minority owner of…
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Jose Mourinho turns down offer from Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday’s newspapers… THE SUN Tottenham have rejected a bid from Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi side for Emerson Royal. Jose Mourinho has rejected a lucrative offer from Saudi side Al Shabab, according to reports. Right-back Daniel Munoz wants a move to Crystal Palace – and will push Belgian side Genk…
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Back Pages Tonight: Jordan Henderson hasn’t been paid a penny in Saudi Arabia | Video | Watch TV Show
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player On Back Pages Tonight, The Times’ chief sports reporter Martyn Ziegler discusses Jordan Henderson’s pay during his time in Saudi Arabia.
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Nadal to serve as ambassador for Saudi Tennis Federation
FILE–Rafael Nadal of Spain. (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard) RIYADH, Saudi Arabia— Rafael Nadal will serve as an ambassador for the Saudi Tennis Federation, part of a recent effort by the kingdom to make inroads into tennis and other sports. Nadal, a 37-year-old from Spain who owns 22 Grand Slam titles, currently is missing the Australian Open…
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Kalidou Koulibaly interview: Senegal captain wants to win Africa Cup of Nations to prove you can play in Saudi Arabia and be competitive | Football News
On the eve of the Africa Cup of Nations, Kalidou Koulibaly leans forward and makes a big statement. “This AFCON will be one of the best,” he tells Sky Sports from Senegal’s camp in the Ivory Coast. It is perhaps unusual for the captain of the tournament holders to lavish praise on his team’s competition.…
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Jordan Henderson: Former Liverpool captain wants Premier League return six months after Saudi Arabia move | Football News
Jordan Henderson wants to return to the Premier League this month but his Saudi club Al-Ettifaq will not allow the England midfielder to leave cheaply. Henderson made a high-profile move to Saudi Arabia in July to link up with former Liverpool team-mate Steven Gerrard, who had taken over as manager of Al-Ettifaq a few weeks…
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Anthony Joshua to face Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia in March as fight confirmed | Boxing News
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia. Former unified world heavyweight champion Joshua is expected to face Ngannou, a former UFC champion, after the planned fight was announced by promotional teams Matchroom and Queensberry on Friday night. A press conference has been scheduled on January 15 to reveal more details, with…
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