Several members of Iran’s women’s football team traveled through Malaysia after competing in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, while six players and a staff member remained in Australia under humanitarian visas amid concerns about potential repercussions for their protest
Israel has intensified strikes on Iran while Iranian missiles and drones target Gulf states, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Civilian casualties are mounting, oil infrastructure has been damaged, and global shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz face growing disruption
The discussions come shortly after the football superstar hinted at his departure from Al Nassr, the club he joined in 2022. There is an ongoing difficult negotiation to convince Ronaldo to stay and play," said the source, highlighting the significance of the talks
Reports from Spanish outlet Marca have recently linked the Portuguese superstar with a potential move to Brazil, sparking widespread speculation about the next chapter in the career of one of football’s greatest icons
According to Saudi outlet Okaz, Ronaldo has made it clear that a contract renewal will only be considered if the club undertakes a significant structural revamp—starting with the dismissal of Pioli, sporting director Fernando Hierro, and nearly half of the current first-team squad
"He had a physical problem, but I wouldn't say it was 100% a big problem, but we preferred him not to be in the game," Pioli stated, downplaying the severity of the issue. However, sources suggest that the decision was influenced by a combination of fitness concerns and off-field factors
The Saudi Arabian side, one of three clubs from the kingdom to progress to the knockout stages, will aim to capitalize on their strong group stage performance as they continue their pursuit of continental glory
From there, the hosts took control. Dutch forward Steven Bergwijn gave Al Ittihad the lead just before half-time, scoring on the rebound after his initial header was parried by Al Hilal’s goalkeeper Bono
Following Ronaldo on the list is NBA star Stephen Curry, who amassed $153.8 million, followed by heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury ($147 million), Argentine football icon Lionel Messi ($135 million), and basketball legend LeBron James ($133.2 million)
Ronaldo's influence has extended far beyond his contributions on the field. His move to Saudi Arabia has sparked a wave of high-profile signings in the league, with aging superstars following his lead in joining the big-spending clubs of the kingdom
Ronaldo, 39, who joined Al-Nassr in 2022 after leaving Manchester United, was met with chants of “Messi, Messi” from opposition fans at King Abdullah Sports City on Friday
Cristiano Ronaldo dazzled with a brace as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Gharafa 3-1 in the AFC Champions League at Al Bayt Stadium, Qatar. The win earned Al-Nassr vital points, elevating them to second place in Group B standings
Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal battled to a thrilling 1-1 draw in the Saudi Pro League, with early goals, disallowed efforts, and intense moments. Al-Nassr struck first, but Al-Hilal’s persistence earned them an equalizer in an electrifying showdown
The Saudi league could provide a less demanding environment for Pogba, allowing him to concentrate on regaining his form without the pressure typically associated with top-tier European football.
Several members of Iran’s women’s football team traveled through Malaysia after competing in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, while six players and a staff member remained in Australia under humanitarian visas amid concerns about potential repercussions for their protest
Israel has intensified strikes on Iran while Iranian missiles and drones target Gulf states, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Civilian casualties are mounting, oil infrastructure has been damaged, and global shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz face growing disruption
Mojtaba Khamenei has been selected as Iran’s new supreme leader after the death of his father, Ali Khamenei. The move has sparked controversy over hereditary leadership and raised questions about Iran’s political future amid rising regional tensions
Formula 1 may cancel the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix amid growing Middle East tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. With no room to reschedule races, the sport could face a major gap in the early 2026 season calendar