Dramatic night of football as Al-Ahli staged a stunning 4-2 comeback against Nasaf Qarshi, overcoming a 2-0 halftime deficit. Meanwhile, Al-Ittihad faced a 2-1 heartbreak with a last-minute goal from Al-Wahda in Abu Dhabi. Exciting action you can't miss!

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Inside Saudi’s newest campaign: “Unreal Calendar” featuring Ronaldo

• 🐐 Ronaldo’s thoughts on Saudi: “Unexpected, special, and rooted in culture”

• 🌍 How Saudi Arabia is positioning itself as a global sports hub

• 🏆 Upcoming mega events:

• FIFA World Cup 2034

• AFC Asian Cup 2027

• Olympic Esports Games 2027

• Asian Winter Games 2029

• 🎯 Tourism meets football: How cultural heritage, hospitality, and sport are coming together

• 📈 What this means for the Saudi Pro League and the international spotlight

• 💬 Quotes from Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb on Saudi’s tourism vision

• 🧠 A youth-friendly, future-driven look at how the Kingdom is building its legacy through sport

In this episode of SPL Weekly, we dive into the Saudi Pro League’s bold move to renew its global partnership with IMG — a step that signals one thing: the world is watching. 🌍

From broadcast deals to global visibility, we break down how this renewed alliance powers the SPL’s international ambitions and what it means for the league’s future.

Is this the start of a true worldwide takeover? Let’s talk strategy, impact, and where this road leads next for Saudi football. ⚽💥

IMG + SPL = A Global Gameplan in Motion.

In this episode, we dive into a thrilling opening week of the Saudi Pro League:

• Karim Benzema announces his return in style, firing a hat-trick and leading Al Ittihad to a dominant win as they begin their title defense.

• João Felix steals the spotlight on debut, scoring a stunning hat-trick for Al-Nassr. We break down his impact and what it means for the team moving forward.

• Al Hilal start strong, looking sharp and in control — are they already sending a title warning to rivals?

• Off the pitch, a major sponsorship deal is sealed as the Saudi Pro League signs Abdul Latif Jameel Motors as a platinum sponsor. Big money and big implications.

• Al-Qadsiah impress with a 3-1 win over Al-Najma — we ask: could they be the surprise package of the season?

• Damac and Al Hazem share the points in a tight 1-1 draw — a gritty match with flashes of quality.

The Boom:

• SPL clubs spent $1.5+ billion since 2023

• Ronaldo’s arrival triggered a wave of international stars

• Saudi clubs outbid European giants on salary offers

• Ronaldo has now topped Forbes’ highest-paid athletes list 3 years straight