Al-Hilal

UAE Clubs Al Ahli and Shabab Al Ahli Advance to AFC Champions League Semi-Finals
Al Ahli Saudi and Dubai’s Shabab Al Ahli have advanced to the AFC Champions League semi-finals, with the latter preparing for a historic first appearance. Their progress highlights the rising competitiveness of UAE football on the Asian stage.

Saudi PIF sells 70% of Al-Hilal to Prince Alwaleed’s Kingdom Holding for $373M
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund PIF announced the sale of a 70% stake in football club Al-Hilal to Kingdom Holding, valued at $373 million. This move is part of a broader strategy to optimize sports investments and respond to increased scrutiny of PIF’s portfolio.
Al Nassr Extends Saudi Pro League Lead as Ronaldo Plays Through Illness
Al Nassr moved eight points clear at the top of the Saudi Pro League after a 1-0 victory with Ronaldo playing through stomach pains. The win strengthens their title bid with six games remaining.

Neymar Sets 2026 Retirement Date as Injury Struggles Pivot to World Cup Ambitions
Neymar is narrowing retirement talk to a concrete end-2026 target amid injuries and World Cup ambitions. Multiple outlets report a Santos-linked retirement date, marking a shift from speculation to a defined timeline.

Mohamed Salah Confirms Liverpool Departure After 9 Years; Saudi Clubs Express Interest
Mohamed Salah officially announced his departure from Liverpool after nine successful years. Following his confirmation, multiple Saudi Arabian clubs are competing to sign the star forward, indicating a major move in international football.

Darwin Nunez's move to Al-Hilal backfires as he eyes Premier League return amid interest from Spurs and Newcastle
Darwin Nunez's recent move to Al-Hilal has not gone as planned, prompting him to seek a return to the Premier League. Tottenham and Newcastle are among the clubs interested in bringing him back to Europe.