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The standout Saudis lighting up 2024-25 RSL

With action paused, we celebrate local stars who have excelled so far

Vitor Pereira bids fond farewell to Al Shabab

Portuguese coach leaves club sixth in 2024-25 RSL

Winter Report: Lamouchi's Al Riyadh revamp, super Saudi Al Salem, Al Taawoun's twin aim

Our series continues with teams ranked 7th to 9th in RSL

Winter Report: Ronaldo still firing Al Nassr, Al Ahli rally, Al Juwayr shining at Al Shabab

Our series continues with teams ranked 4th to 6th in RSL

Hosting FIFA World Cup 2034 a game-changer for RSL and Saudi Arabia

How yet another historic milestone can impact Kingdom

Ronaldo backs Saudi Arabia to host 'best World Cup ever', praises RSL growth

Kingdom confirmed as location for football's marquee event

Blanc, Milinkovic-Savic, Al Juwayr among RSL November awards winners

Al Qadsiah goalkeeper Koen Casteels also recognised

Al Fayha appoint Pedro Emanuel as manager

Ex-Al Taawoun, Al Nassr and Al Khaleej coach replaces Kontis

Al Hilal draw close at summit, Gerrard gets much-needed win

Matchweek 13 closed Saturday as RSL pauses for month

Bergwijn's late strike ensures Al Ittihad end 2024 at the top

RSL leaders leave it late to beat Ronaldo's Al Nassr

Al Hilal to take on Real Madrid at FIFA Club World Cup 2025

RSL champions also drawn against FC Salzburg and Pachuca

Promoted sides with differing fortunes meet, first take on third in Jeddah

Al Orobah also welcome Al Riyadh to Sakakah on Friday

Benzema and Ronaldo: in-form ex-teammates fighting for RSL supremacy

Former Real Madrid stars meet in Matchweek 13

SPL showcases global ambitions in landmark World Football Summit participation

Event took place in Riyadh from December 2-3

Al Fayha part ways with Christos Kontis

Greek manager had one win from 12 RSL games

LALIGA opens Riyadh workspace to strengthen SPL ties

Collaboration highlights SPL’s increasing role within football landscape

SPL, clubs embrace OptaAI in expanded Stats Perform partnership

Agreement will harness data to enhance performance analysis, scouting

Adam wins Qassim derby for Al Taawoun

Wolves move four points clear of city rivals Al Raed

Red-hot Al Ittihad hit Gerrard’s Al Ettifaq for four

No Diaby, no problem for RSL leaders

Five memorable Al Shabab v Al Hilal derbies

Riyadh derby has served up many thrillers over years

Mahrez’s super strike secures Al Ahli win

Al Ahil seal third consecutive RSL victory

Wijnaldum and Fabinho: Liverpool luminaries with competing RSL ambitions

Ex-teammates meet on Saturday in Al Ettifaq v Al Ittihad

Ronaldo double downs Damac

Al Nassr captain moves second in scoring charts

Qassim Derby coaches with shared past go head-to-head in RSL

Hellmann, Arruabarrena both managed UAE's Al Wasl

Pereira v Jesus: Portuguese peers with fierce and far-reaching rivalry

Familiar foes meet on Saturday in Al Shabab v Al Hilal

Morad Khodari: Al Ahli youth product flying family name at Al Wehda

Exciting Saudi forward has generational link to Mecca club

SPL and OneFootball forge long-term strategic content partnership

League will amplify official video and editorial content across platform

Key Battles: where Qassim Derby will be won and lost

Al Raed host Al Taawoun with Buraidah bragging rights on line

Toney: 'I want to give my all in every game for Al Ahli'

Summer signing back among the goals for Jeddah giants

Back at Al Okhdood, Ben Zekri conjures memories of that viral celebration

Algerian returns to Najran on Thursday with Al Kholood

SPL joins forces with World Football Summit to showcase game's evolution

WFS Asia 2024 will take place on December 2-3 in Riyadh

Saud Abdulhamid makes history in Serie A with AS Roma

Saudi Arabia defender debuts in Italian top flight

Al Ittihad go top of the league

Fabinho and Aouar strike in 2-0 win over Al Fateh

Hamed and Dieng: carrying red-hot heat from Cairo to RSL

Midfield duo could face off when Damac host Al Kholood

Al Raed close gap on Al Taawoun ahead of Qassim Derby

Buraidah rivals go into city clash one point apart

Al Khaleej stun Al Hilal in five-goal thriller

RSL leaders beaten for first time in 47 RSL matches

Quinones scores and assists as Al Qadsiah turn tables on Al Nassr

Aubameyang cancelled out Ronaldo's goal in thrilling encounter

From Real Madrid to RSL rivals, Ronaldo and Nacho link up again

Al Nassr and Al Qadsiah captains face one another on Friday

RSL Fantasy Call to Action: Password Reset

Highly popular game returns Friday with Round 11

Pioli's impact at Al Nassr has been undeniable - now how far can they go?

Italian has got club firing in first few months in RSL

With Kanno and Al Dawsari, Al Hilal machine minus Neves keeps clicking

Portuguese star's absence not hampering RSL champions

Neymar: '2034 has all the potential to be the best World Cup ever'

Brazil superstar throws support behind Saudi Arabia bid

Saleh Al Shehri: firing for club, central to country's World Cup hopes

Al Ittihad striker enters qualifier double-header in fine form in RSL

Bafetimbi Gomis: RSL legend with a love for Saudi, goals and gahwa

We pay tribute to ex-Al Hilal star as calls time on super career

RSL top five win, Al Ahli bounce back into upper half

Al Khaleej head into international break in sixth

RSL bottom clubs target climb, Al Taawoun utilise home comforts

Matchweek 10 closes out with three exciting games on Saturday

Al Raed's North African band of brothers out to get one over Mahrez

Heavy Algerian and Moroccan flavour in Buraidah on Friday

New boys Al Kholood, Al Orobah aim to thwart in-form, top-four pair

Al Qadsiah, Al Fayha also in action as Matchweek 10 kicks off

RSL Derby Week: The Big Takeaways

We look back at competition's thrilling new initiative

Derby Week Hub: news, interviews, videos & more

Schedule announced for RSL Matchweeks 14 to 22

Fixtures cover January 9-February 26 2025

Al Ittihad dominate RSL awards for October

Jeddah side reeled off four league wins through the month

Al Qadsiah sink Gerrard's Al Ettifaq in Eastern Derby

Alvarez, Quinones strike as promoted side climbs to fifth

Aubameyang out to add Eastern Derby to decorated rivalry résumé

Al Qadsiah striker faces Al Ettifaq in RSL on Saturday

Honours even between Al Nassr and Al Hilal in Capital Derby

Riyadh rivals remain unbeaten in the RSL this season

Ronaldo v Al Bulayhi: Capital Derby offers latest twist in modern RSL rivalry

Protagonists for Al Nassr and Al Hilal go head-to-head on Friday

Smiling Fabinho on "big" Sea Derby win, Al Amri heroics and RSL title tilt

Al Ittihad defeat Al Ahli 1-0 in Jeddah to move joint top

Al Shehri strike seals Sea Derby win for Al Ittihad

Blanc's men keep pressure on Al Hilal at the top

Interview: Pioli on joining Al Nassr, Ronaldo's drive and first Capital Derby

RSL sits down down with ex-AC Milan manager before clash with Al Hilal

The tale of chant at heart of 'Sea Derby' rivalry

Sea Derby, a new brand for a head-to-head steeped in tradition

Ivan Toney on first Sea Derby: "We want to make Jeddah green.”

England striker leads Al Ahli attack against Al Ittihad

Al Dawsari and Al Sahlawi: Capital Derby legends on either side of divide

Both top RSL charts for goals in fixture for respective clubs

Ibanez: Al Ahli dam bidding to hold back Al Ittihad in Sea Derby

Brazil defender key to side's hopes in Jeddah on Thursday

RSL set for inaugural Derby Week - but what is it?

New addition to Saudi calendar is sure to stoke the imagination

Gerrard seeking big reaction, Al Taawoun out to jam Al Hilal machine

Al Raed also host bottom side Al Fateh as Matchweek 8 closes

Ronaldo-less Al Nassr drop points ahead of Capital Derby

Ben Zekri continues strong start at Al Kholood

Alex Collado: From FC Barcelona to Al Kholood's key component

La Masia product, at Al Okhdood last term, excelling in RSL this season

Al Hilal's Neves to miss Capital Derby

Club confirm key midfielder out for up to four weeks

High-flyers Al Riyadh and Al Ittihad meet, Donis returns to Al Wehda

Improving Al Orobah host Al Shabab to open Matchweek 8 on Thursday

Learning under Lamouchi: how Al Riyadh are flying high in RSL

Revamped capital club sit fourth in table after seven rounds

"Cristiano is Cristiano" - Ronaldo gives Pioli perfect birthday gift amid busy schedule

Star stood strong at Al Shabab to maintain manager's run

Neymar: "I’m so happy. I’m back.”

Al Hilal superstar makes long-awaited comeback to action

Tello double sinks Gerrard's Al Ettifaq, Al Riyadh enter top four

Al Fateh snap losing streak in Sunday's RSL action

Bottom clubs need a reprieve, Gerrard demands response

Matchweek 7 rounds off on Sunday with much to play for

Goal-shy Al Okhdood hope to return firing from RSL break

Najran side experiencing similar problems to last season

Assessing Al Qadsiah: how purposeful RSL new boys are shaping up

Ultra-ambitious Al Khobar club sit sixth after six rounds

Made in RSL: Al Sahafi creates history in Belgium

Al Ittihad loanee at the double as Beerschot down giants Anderlecht

Ronaldo strike wins thrilling derby for Al Nassr, Al Hilal march on

Toney gets goal, assist as Al Ahli brush aside Al Khaleej

RSL returns with Al Hilal on march and captivating capital clash

Saudi top flight bursts back into action on Friday

A Look Back: Al Shabab's 2011-12 RSL "Invincibles"

Before Al Hilal last season, Riyadh rivals secured unbeaten title success

2034 World Cup Stadiums set to transform RSL

Saudi 2034 bid features 15 architectural gems

6 young Saudis to shine thus far in 2024-25 RSL

Plenty of emerging talent on show through opening six rounds

Musa Barrow: in-form forward thriving at Al Taawoun after shining in Serie A

Gambia international started 2024-25 RSL in fine fashion

Ronaldo, Mitrovic carry RSL form over to UEFA Nations League qualifiers

Host of league's stars in action in international football on Saturday

Prodigious playmaker Al Juwayr fast becoming crucial to club and country

Al Hilal loanee a huge hit for both Al Shabab and Saudi Arabia

Sadio Mane: Al Nassr's resurgent star enjoying stellar season

Senegal forward has 2 goals, 5 assists in 6 RSL rounds

Reigning champions Al Hilal clinch comeback win in Jeddah thriller

Riyadh side triumph 2-1 at Al Ahli to move three points clear

Pioli intent on keeping Al Nassr flying, while colossal clash in Jeddah

Matchweek 6 comes to close with thrilling day of football

Al Khaleej and Damac eye improvement, capital cracker in store

Matchweek 6 continues on Friday with three quality contests

Algerian duo's fuel to foil Hamdallah key to Damac turnaround

Bedrane and Chafai face fellow North African in Matchweek 6

Jesus, Mitrovic lead RSL awards for September

Casteels, Al Juwayr also recognised for super starts to season

Late arrival to RSL, Gustafsson hoping Al Fateh find form fast

Swede appointed same day 2024-25 season kicked off

Own Goal awarded at Al Riyadh v Al Hilal

Goal credited to Al Riyadh defender Yoann Barbet

SPL General Assembly approves reappointment of board

Incumbent committee receives unanimous vote for four-year term

Al Hilal extend winning run, Al Okhdood win six-goal thriller

Tello leads Al Orobah to second consecutive win

Bottom clubs out for reprieve, debutants bid to halt Al Hilal

Matchweek 5 continues on Saturday with much at stake

Youssef Amyn: Rising Iraq star fulfilling Ronaldo dream in RSL

Al Wehda's recent recruit faces Al Nassr captain on Friday

Pioli gets first taste of home, colossal clash on East Coast

Matchweek 5 opens on Friday with three quality encounters

Al Hilal serial winner Jahfali eyes next success - versus former club

Now at Al Kholood, he takes on RSL champions in MW 5

Hamdallah faces friendly foe Al Raed in pursuit of all-time RSL record

Al Shabab striker, off the mark for new club, 14 goals away from Al Somah

Al Hilal grab top spot after Clasico triumph

Mitrovic v Benzema: who will fire club to Clasico glory?

Top two marksmen in 2024-25 RSL face off on Saturday

Hellmann: Meticulous Brazilian plotting perfection at Al Raed

Manager faces ex-employers Al Riyadh on Saturday

Pioli given huge first test, Greek tacticians face off

Three big Friday games, including RSL thriller in Dammam

Saudi Pro League holds its third General Assembly

Clasico rivals lock horns for top spot

Al Hilal host Al Ittihad in RSL summit

Al Nassr appoint Stefano Pioli as manager

Former AC Milan man succeeds Luis Castro at capital club

The Saudi Clasico Quiz

Fofana: Al Ettifaq's midfield engine as Al Nassr come to town

On-loan Ivorian faces parent club this week

RSL clubs embark on new era in Asian football

Two rebranded AFC competitions kick off this week

Al Qadsiah bid to keep rolling, new boys and old rivals meet

Matchweek 3 closes in style on Sunday

Historic foes clash in 'The Old Derby'

Fixture steeped in tradition takes on new dimension

Remodelled Al Riyadh look to relive former glories

Capital's fourth club recruited superbly in summer

New faces to make mark, Toney eyes huge debut clash

2024-25 RSL returns on Friday with three gripping matches

The RSL International Round-up

How our plethora of stars fared during the FIFA window

Abdulghani: Saudi legend uniting Al Ahli and Al Nassr

Fearsome full-back transcended the Jeddah-Riyadh divide

Nacho: "I'm in the best moment of my life"

Al Qadsiah captain, a Real Madrid great, talks to SPL

Smalling relishing chance to shine in RSL

New Al Fayha recruit set for debut after deadline-day move

SPL partners with TikTok to elevate digital fan experience

SPL Exclusive Hub will grant access to select content

Venue confirmed for Saudi Clasico

Al Hilal v Al Ittihad set for Prince Faisal bin Fahd Sports City

RSL transfer centre: Summer 2024

All the recent window's comings and goings in one place

Al Harbi, Al Shehri, Lajami: The major Saudi summer moves

Some of the standout RSL transfers in local market

Al Ghamdi, Al Sahafi complete loan move to Europe

Al Ittihad youngsters join Belgian club Beerschot

RSL Talking Points: Early storylines heading into FIFA break

We pick out some key narratives from opening two matchweeks

Ronaldo receives UEFA recognition award

Al Nassr captain honoured as all-time UEFA Champions League top scorer

Al Riyadh host new boys, last season's foes face off in Jeddah

Matchweek 2 comes to a conclusion with final three fixtures

Instantly identifiable, Martins aims to stand out against old club

Frizzy-haired Al Khaleej captain faces Al Shabab in MW2

Al Hilal and Al Ettifaq aim to keep winning, Al Wehda eye home comforts

Day 2 of Matchweek 2 rolls around on Wednesday

Al Hilal sign Joao Cancelo from Manchester City

RSL champions confirm deal for decorated full-back

Abdulhamid completes historic move to AS Roma

Ex-Al Hilal full-back enters record books at Serie A club

Scout's Picks: RSL Fantasy Matchweek 2

Last season's top 3 winner Ghenwa Al Zain picks her favourites

Al Nassr look to bounce back, emotional reunion for Al Buraikan

A trio of quality contests kick off second round

Serbians strike for Al Hilal, Aouar and Dembele deliver winners

Al Ittihad and Al Ettifaq win on road on Saturday

PREVIEW: 2024-25 RSL Matchweek 1 Day 3

Intriguing trio of matches to close out opening round

Koulibaly aware RSL rivals gunning for Al Hilal

We sit down with Senegal defender to talk 2024-25 RSL

Tagliabue: "Al Ettifaq, Al Shabab always in my heart"

Argentine-born striker enjoyed prolific three-year stint in RSL

PREVIEW: 2024-25 RSL Matchweek 1 Day 2

Al Ahli host Al Orobah, while fellow new boys Al Qadsiah open account

RSL Debutants: How teams have fared in first top-flight season

Al Kholood will become latest team to compete in lead division

PREVIEW: 2024-25 RSL Matchweek 1 Day 1

Three clashes headline the season's opening day

10 Saudi Players to Watch in 2024-25 RSL

Top flight blessed with some of best local talent in Asia

10 Young Stars to Watch in 2024-25 RSL

This season is packed full of incredible young talent

Rivalry rekindled for 2024-25 RSL's Big Kick-Off

Arruabarrena and Kontis meet again in season opener

SPL Partners with Webook as league’s Official Ticketing Platform

Streamlining fan experience for partnering clubs

Al Ahly vs Zamalek: Cairo Derby's major mark on RSL

Egyptian giants have left mark on Saudi top flight

Ambitious Al Qadsiah ready to set RSL alight

Promoted club invest heavily in top-flight return

Super Cup talking points - and how it impacts 2024-25 RSL

League champions Al Hilal land season's first piece of silverware

Introducing the 2024-25 RSL new boys

Al Qadsiah, Al Orobah, Al Kholood the promoted sides

Super Cup final offers glimpse of what lies ahead

Al Hilal face Al Nassr with in-form hotshots in direct battle

Who will rival Ronaldo for 2024-25 Golden Boot?

We select five lead strikers who could finish RSL top scorer

SPL begins receiving 2024-25 media accreditation application

New season kicks off on August 22

RSL Explainer - Building A Squad for 2024-25

What goes into putting together a 25-man roster

RSL Fantasy: 10 Forwards to Watch

Plenty of choice up front for a thrilling 204-25 campaign

RSL Fantasy: 10 Defenders to Watch

Plenty of options at the back for 2024-25 season

RSL Fantasy: 10 Goalkeepers to Watch

Who will you pick between the sticks?

Fixture venue change announcement

Matchweek 2 encounter between Al Fayha and Al Nassr now in Buraidah

Introduction to RSL Fantasy

Registration now open for the popular game

Best Of: Mourad Batna, Al Fateh's menacing Moroccan

Forward helped fire Al Ahsa club to super 7th-placed finish last season

RSL 101 - Get to know the Saudi top flight

Explaining the make-up of the 2024-25 RSL

Men in the Dugout: the 2024-25 RSL managers

Full coaching roster complete ahead of new campaign

Venues announced for RSL Matchweeks 1 and 2

New 2024-25 season kicks off on August 22

Josef Zinnbauer appointed Al Wehda manager

German arrives after stellar season with Raja Casablanca

France international Diaby completes move to Al Ittihad

Aston Villa winger joins Jeddah club on a five-year deal

Al Shabab sign master marksman Hamdallah

Moroccan second on RSL all-time scorer list

Al Okhdood and Al Orobah confirm new managers

Stjepan Tomas and Alvaro Pacheco arrive in RSL

Ivan Rakitic sends heartfelt message to Al Shabab

Departing midfielder speaks glowingly of time in Kingdom

Aubameyang: "I'm here to put on a show"

New Al Qadsiah signing gives first interview since RSL move

Al Qadsiah confirm Aubameyang signing

Former Barcelona, Arsenal and Chelsea striker joins RSL

Seeing double: The identical twins causing RSL confusion

Sadio Mane the latest flummoxed by the Lajami brothers

A Look Back: When Neymar debuted in RSL

Al Hilal's star signing dazzled in cameo in Riyadh

Laporte and Nacho crowned Euro 2024 champions

RSL pair help Spain defeat England 2-1 in Berlin final

Grohe an old hand at RSL new boys Al Kholood

Former Al Ittihad goalkeeper a shrewd signing for 2024-25

Blanc appointed as Al Ittihad boss

Former France & PSG manager teams up with Benzema and Kante

SPL outlines priorities for player acquisitions and club development

League collaborating with clubs ahead of transfer window

Spain duo to fly flag for RSL in Euro 2024 final

Laporte and Nacho key to semi-final win over France

Al Fayha confirm Kontis as manager

Greek coach succeeds Vuk Rasovic at RSL side

Al Taawoun appoint Arruabarrena as manager

Former UAE national team coach replaces Chamusca at RSL side

Ronaldo's irrepressible will to win still burns bright

Portugal and Al Nassr captain determined to deliver Euro 2024 title

Demiral double sends Turkiye to Euro 2024 last eight

Al Ahli man picks up RSL's fourth Player of Match award

Kante: France's heartbeat at Euro 2024

Al Ittihad midfielder rolling back the years in Germany

RSL stars go head-to-head in Euros 2024 Last 16

Twelve Saudi-based players contest knockouts in Germany

Top 10 tifos of 2023-24 RSL

Saudi Arabian fans continue amazing creative streak

Fashion Sakala proving tailor-made for Al Fayha

Well-travelled Zambia striker a huge hit on RSL debut

Huge RSL contingent into Euro 2024 knockouts

11 of 15 book spot in last 16 in Germany

Kvirkvelia resumes Ronaldo rivalry at Euro 2024

Al Okhdood defender key for Georgia against Portugal

Can Al Hilal hotshot Mitrovic fire Serbia's Euro 2024 bid?

Striker yet to find net despite 28 goals in 28 RSL games

Talal Haji: youngest scorer in RSL history has season to remember

Al Ittihad forward, 16, broke slew of records in 2023-24

RSL players continue to hit headlines in Euro 2024 Matchday Two

Kante and Ronaldo the pick of the bunch in Germany

Cristiano Ronaldo racks up yet more records at Euro 2024

Al Nassr captain also made history during 2023-24 RSL

RSL thrillers: five of the 2023-24 season's most memorable matches

Goals, momentum swings and late, late drama

Saint-Maximin on Al Ahli, RSL-family life balance

RSL spend day in Jeddah with former Newcastle United winger

14 RSL players included in Euro 2024 squads

Saudi-based players represent 11 nations in Germany

Roshn Saudi League leads global leagues in digital growth

Two RSL clubs among fastest growing in the world

Ronaldo wins fifth RSL Player of the Month award

Jesus, Mailson and Al Oyayri other May winners

2023-24 Roshn Saudi League - in record-breaking numbers

Unprecedented campaign hurtled into the history books

Ronaldo hails 2023-24 RSL season as ‘one of the best’ of his career

Al Nassr captain speaks after winning Top Goalscorer award

Jesus and Bono celebrate winning Roshn Saudi League 2023-24 awards

Champion duo say "Al Hilal have broken all records possible"

Al Hilal, dominant and undefeated, enjoy RSL season to remember

A look back at how 2023-24 champions' unbeaten campaign unfolded

Al Hilal win 2023-24 King's Cup in dramatic finale

RSL champions defeat rivals Al Nassr on penalties

King's Cup between Al Hilal and Al Nassr fitting finale to superb 2023-24 season

RSL champions meet league runners-up in Jeddah showpiece

Roshn Saudi League 2023-24: A Game-Changing Season

New era for league attracted 156 players from 54 countries