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
Despite Al-Kholood managing to pull one goal back in the second half, Al-Nassr remained in control and never looked in danger of relinquishing their lead. The result strengthens their position in the Saudi Pro League standings as they continue their pursuit of the title
"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
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
Speaking at the Globe Soccer Awards, Ronaldo asserted that “Saudi Arabia’s league is much better than the French league,” pointing to the dominance of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) as the reason Ligue 1 falls short in terms of competition
Ronaldo, 38, has consistently championed the SPL’s quality since his high-profile move to Al Nassr in 2023. At the awards ceremony, the Portuguese forward was outspoken about his views on the competitiveness of the Saudi league compared to France’s Ligue 1
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
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