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Brazilian Superstar Neymar Jr. Joins Saudi Club Al-Hilal in Two-Year Deal

August 16, 2023

Brazilian superstar Neymar has joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal in a two-year deal, the club announced on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023. Neymar, who had been with Paris Saint-Germain since 2017, leaves the French club after scoring 118 goals in 173 appearances. He won the Ligue 1 title with PSG five times, but the club was never able to win the Champions League, which Neymar had been hoping to achieve.

After signing his transfer contract, Neymar Jr. stated that he was very happy, winning titles and friends in Europe and he enjoyed special times. Being a global player, always wanted to test himself in new challenges and opportunities in new places. He said, “I want to write a new history, and the Saudi Professional League has tremendous energy and quality players and is in great growth at the moment, so I believe it is the desired place.”

He added, “Al-Hilal is a giant club with fantastic fans, and it is the best in Asia. This gives me a feeling that it is the right decision for me at the right time with the right club, i love winning and scoring goals, and I plan to continue doing that in Saudi Arabia and with Al-Hilal.”

Al-Hilal is one of the most successful clubs in Saudi Arabia, holding 66 official titles. The club is also a regular participant in the AFC Champions League, and has won the tournament four times.

Neymar’s arrival is a major coup for Al-Hilal and is expected to boost the club’s chances of winning more trophies and retaining their leadership in the coming years. The Brazilian is one of the most popular and marketable players in the world, and his signing is sure to attract attention to the Saudi Professional League.

The transfer fee for Neymar is reported to be around $90 million, making it the most expensive transfer in Saudi Arabian football history.

Neymar’s move to Saudi Arabia has been met with mixed reactions. Some have criticized the move, saying that it is a waste of money for a club in a relatively small league. Others have defended the move, saying that it is a good opportunity for Neymar to experience a new culture and challenge himself in a new league.

Source: AlHIlal, Reuters, neymarjr.com

Philippines Stuns New Zealand in a “herstoric” 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Win

July 25, 2023

The Philippines made “herstory” on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, when they defeated New Zealand 1-0 in the Group A match of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

The Philippines’ first-ever World Cup goal came from Sarina Bolden in the 24th minute. Bolden headed in a cross from Tahnai Annis to give the Philippines the lead.

New Zealand had several chances to equalize, but they were unable to break through the Philippines’ defense. The Philippines held on for the win, claiming their first-ever World Cup victory.

The victory was a huge upset, as New Zealand was the higher-ranked team and had already beaten Norway in their opening match. The Philippines’ win showed that they are a force to be reckoned with in this tournament. New Zealand is also the host country of this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The Philippines’ performance was inspired by their head coach, Alen Stajcic. Stajcic, who is an Australian national, took over as the coaching job of Philippines’ Women’s team in 2021. He is instrumental in transforming the team and leading them to their first-ever Women’s Asian Cup semifinal in 2022.

The Philippines’ victory over New Zealand is a huge step forward for the team. It shows that they are capable of competing with the best teams in the world. The Philippines will be looking to build on this victory and continue their progress in the tournament.

Philippines’ first win in the FIFA Women’s World Cup will have a huge implications.

The Philippines’ victory over New Zealand is a historic moment for the country. It is the first time that the Philippines has ever made a goal and won a match at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. This victory will give the Philippines the confidence in their next game against Switzerland, their final game in the Group A this Friday, July 28, 2023.

The Philippines’ victory also shows that the country is making progress in women’s football and it’s not just the men’s football that we should take notice. The Philippines may not have a long history of playing football and it has only been in recent years that the country has started to invest in women’s football. This investment is paying off, and the Philippines is now one of the top teams in Asia.

The Philippines’ victory over New Zealand is a sign of things to come. The Philippines is a team on the rise, and they will be looking to make their mark on the world stage in the years to come.

The Philippines is hoping to continue their momentum and build on their victory over New Zealand, as they face Switzerland and secure their place in the knockout stages.

It’s a done deal – Cristiano Ronaldo signs with Saudi Al-Nassr

January 1, 2023
It’s a done deal – Cristiano Ronaldo signs with Saudi Al-Nassr

It’s a done deal, Cristiano Ronaldo is now a Saudi Al-Nassr player and the holder of the richest contract in football history. Saudi Al-Nassr just confirmed the transfer of Portuguese Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to Saudi Al-Nassr FC.

AlNassr FC announced the signing on their twitter account with a photo Cristiano Ronaldo with Saudi Al-Nassr Chairman of the Board Mr. Musli Al Muammar. Saudi Al Nassr did not provide any details on the financial value of the contact but it is reported to value north of $1.2 billion, where Ronaldo will suit-up as a player for 2.5 years and in an ambassadorial role as Saudi Arabia bid to organize the World Cup in 2030.

In their official announcement, Saudi Al-Nassr said that “the deal is more than just writing a new historical chapter. This player (Cristiano Ronaldo) is a great example for all athletes and youth, with his presence in Al-Nassr, we will move forward to achieve most successfor the Saudi club and sports, and for future generations.”

Football Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to signup with Saudi Al Nassr for $217 million-per-year

December 25, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo is about to sign the richest contract in football history. In an article by Spanish sport daily newspaper MARCA, Ronaldo is set to sign with Saudi Al Nassr for $217 million-per-year contract and an estimate of $1.28 billion for the duration of the whole contract, where 2.5 years as a player for Al-Nassr FC and the rest in an ambassadorial role as Saudi Arabia bid to organize the World Cup in 2030.

Before the Qatar Word Cup 2022, it was expected that Europe’s Champions League will be lining up to sign Ronaldo but it appears that Saudi Al-Nassr FC is the one who showed more interest. The full details of the Sadui Al Nassr contract is still unknown but the financial size of the whole contract will make Cristiano Ronaldo the richest Athlete in football history.

Sources: Saudi Gazette, Marca, Marca
Image: @cristiano

Saudi Arabia beats Messi’s Argentina (2 – 1), one of the biggest upset in World Cup History

November 22, 2022

In what can be considered as one of the biggest upset in World Cup History, Saudi Arabia beats Argentina, 2 – 1, this is the first time a team in the Arab country has beaten Argentina in the FIFA World Cup.

It was all Argentina in the 1st half of the game, where Messi scoring the one and only goal of Argentina via penalty kick. Then in the second half, the Saudi’s lead by Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al-Dawsari, both scored in a span of five minutes to secure Saudi’s first win the tournament.

Saudi Arabia now leads Group C that includes Mexico, Poland and Argentina. Their next game will be against Poland this 26th of November, then Mexico on the 30th of November. Teams in each group are playing one another in a round-robin, with the top two teams advancing to the knockout stage. While Argentina will face Mexico on November 26th and then Poland on November 30th.