Preview - Group A: Kuwait v Qatar; India v Afghanistan
Kuwait City: Kuwait stand in Qatar's way in their bid to confirm early progression when the two sides meet in Group A of the Preliminary Joint...
Preview - Group E: Uzbekistan v Hong Kong, China; Turkmenistan v IR Iran
Ashgabat: Islamic Republic of Iran will aim to confirm their place in the next stage when they face Turkmenistan in their Preliminary Joint...
Preview - Group B: Syria v Myanmar
Dammam: Syria will look to capitalise on DPR Korea and Japan not being in action when they face Myanmar in Group B of the Preliminary Joint...
Preview - Group C: China PR v Singapore; Thailand v Korea Republic
Tianjin: Branko Ivankovic will expect a response from his China PR side when they host Singapore in Group C of the Preliminary Joint Qualification...
Preview - Group D: Kyrgyz Republic v Chinese Taipei; Malaysia v Oman
Kuala Lumpur: It’s all to play for in Group D with Oman, Kyrgyz Republic and Malaysia on six points and each of them will be looking to gain an...
Preview - Group H: Yemen v UAE; Bahrain v Nepal
Khobar: The United Arab Emirates will be aiming to stay perfect and seal progression when they take on Yemen in Group H of the Preliminary Joint...
Preview - Group G: Tajikistan v Saudi Arabia; Jordan v Pakistan
Dushanbe: Tajikistan will be looking to cause an upset when they host Saudi Arabia in Group G of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for...
Preview - Group I: Lebanon v Australia; Bangladesh v Palestine
Canberra: Lebanon face another tough test when they take on Australia in their Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup...
Preview - Group F: Vietnam v Indonesia; Philippines v Iraq
Kuala Lumpur: Nguyen Filip has called for Vietnam to take the initiative against Indonesia in their Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for...
Jose Mourinho waves chequered flag at Portuguese GP as ex-Chelsea and Man Utd boss drops huge hint about football return
JOSE MOURINHO waved the chequered flag for the Portuguese MotoGP – and then dropped a major hint about his football return.
The former Chelsea,...
Preview: Tajikistan vs. Saudi Arabia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Tajikistan and Saudi Arabia, including predictions, team news and possible...
Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur 'set to be out bid in battle for Barcelona's Raphinha'
Saudi Arabia club Al-Hilal are reportedly willing to table a significant bid for Barcelona's Raphinha amid interest from Arsenal and Tottenham...
Why Airdrie win is being celebrated in Saudi Arabia as bizarre TNS and Al-Hilal feud explained
Al-Hilal and TNS have a bizarre feud and the Saudis were quick to stick the boot in after their defeat to Airdrie.
Former Premier League star and Liverpool fan “wouldn’t be surprised” if Mohamed Salah left this summer
The future of Mohamed Salah at Liverpool remains uncertain and former Premier League star, Tony Cascarino, would not be surprised if the Egyptian...
Jose Mourinho refuses to rule out Euro 2024 role as he reveals aim to work in the summer
Jose Mourinho has refused to rule out a possible role at Euro 2024 this summer.
The iconic manager is currently out of a job having been sacked by...
Meet Belgium’s amazing Wags, from a supermodel who launched her own boxing gym to a jet-setting mum of three
BELGIUM will fancy their chances when they take on England at Wembley on Tuesday.
However, they will have to contend with a number of notable...
Southgate must be bold and pick Kobbie Mainoo to start vs Belgium to see if teenager can fix England’s biggest problem
WITH the ‘boring, boring Southgate’ brigade in full cry after defeat by Brazil, there’s a chance for England’s manager to be seriously bold.
To...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez puts on eye-popping display in bikini pics during family holiday
GEORGINA RODRIGUEZ is no stranger to setting pulses racing.
But she sent her social media followers into a tizzy with an eye-popping display...
Inside insanely expensive celeb holidays… from £1.6m-a-WEEK yacht to couple who rented out ‘megavilla’ with 23 bathrooms
THE glamorous life of a celeb can often look like one long holiday… and sometimes it really is.
While most of us might have to scrimp and save to...
20-year-old reported Spurs target admits he dreams of a Premier League move
Juventus starlet Matias Soule, who is rumoured to be on Tottenham’s radar, has revealed that he turned down offers to move to Saudi Arabia...
Meet the title winner who could join Liverpool or Manchester United and is tipped to fill the giant void left by Eden Hazard
Every season sees the emergence of a new star winger – and PSV forward Johan Bakayoko is that player this campaign.
The 20-year-old has been one of...
Former Celtic man Jack Hendry opens up on facing Cristiano Ronaldo and company in Saudi Arabia
Celtic isn’t an easy club to succeed at, and many individuals have enjoyed more fruitful times in their careers after leaving Parkhead for a new...
Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City out to beat Man Utd to £86m transfer for Real Madrid star who could lose spot to Mbappe
FOUR Premier League giants are ready for a huge tug-of-war transfer fight over Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.
Manchester City,...
I snubbed Arsenal to follow Cristiano Ronaldo to Saudi Arabia and I made the right decision
One of the most exciting young players in Europe snubbed the Premier League in favour of the Saudi Pro League – and they have no regrets
Jack Hendry lifts lid on Saudi Arabian football, his Scotland dream and what Rangers boss Philippe Clement is like
Centre-half is flourishing in Pro League and believes it will prepare him for Euro 2024 tests
Ten years to go: key questions facing Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup
Fifa and the presumptive hosts face significant challenges over human rights, worker protections and the scale of construction
Saudi Arabia will...
Matchday 4: How the Groups stand
Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Four of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™...
Aston Villa fear 28-year-old could sign for Saudi Arabia club
Aston Villa are being linked with a move for Atletico Madrid defender Mario Hermoso, who is out of contract in the summer. Reports surfaced in...
Sven-Göran Eriksson On “A Memory For Life” After Managing Liverpool Legends
Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty ImagesThe former England manager lived a dream at Anfield on Saturday by managing the Liverpool Legends match. ...
Hoard all the talent? A star’s desire to play will always keep wealthy clubs in check
Even if a club could spend all the riches in Saudi Arabia, they would never keep a squad of superstars happy. So, while football remains a game for...
Schira: Giroud rejects lucrative salary in Saudi Arabia with MLS move on the cards
By: Ben Dixon
AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud looks destined to move away from the club in the upcoming summer transfer window, and today, a...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic No7 shirt handed to NEW player by Portugal for the first time in 17 years
CRISTIANO RONALDO’S legendary No7 jersey was worn by someone else for the first time since 2007.
Ronaldo has been donning the iconic shirt number...
Newcastle United set to spend international break in Dubai
Photo by Newcastle United/Newcastle United via Getty ImagesAnother classic warm-weather training camp! Taking advantage of the ongoing...
Manchester United star inhales laughing gas before suffering car crash in Saudi Arabia
In the bustling world of football, tales of triumph and turmoil often intersect, weaving a narrative that extends beyond the pitch. Manchester...
#AsianQualifiers - MD3: Five things we learned
Kuala Lumpur: Matchday Three of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™...
Cristiano Ronaldo sends special message to Mesut Özil
Cristiano Ronaldo had a very special exchange with Mesut Özil, who was his former teammate at Real Madrid.
Cristiano Ronaldo is 39-years old, but...
Bruno Fernandes commits to Manchester United amid Saudi Arabia interest
Bruno Fernandes confirms that he 'wants to stay' at Manchester United amid reports of serious interest from Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Pro League make huge decision on future transfers
This may affect possible moves for the likes of Mohamed Salah Any future big-money moves in Saudi Arabia may come...
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Bad News For Kaizer Chiefs & Wydad Casablanca: Agent reveals Pitso Mosimane's priority for next project after Abha exit
Talks have been opened between the former Mamelodi Sundowns coach his suitors as his stay in Saudi Arabia could end soon
Pitso Mosimane to reject Kaizer Chiefs & Wydad Casablanca? - Agent reveals coach's next priority for next project after Abha exit
Talks have been opened between the former Mamelodi Sundowns coach his suitors as his stay in Saudi Arabia could end soon
Neymar’s dad issues BRUTAL 11-word statement on Dani Alves as he refuses to pay disgraced ex-Barcelona star’s bail
NEYMAR’S dad has issued a brutal 11-word statement after refusing to pay convicted rapist Dani Alves’ £850,000 bail.
The disgraced ex-Barcelona...
Neymar's dad issues BRUTAL 11-word statement on Dani Alves as he refuses to pay disgraced ex-Barcelona star's bail
NEYMAR’S dad has issued a brutal 11-word statement after refusing to pay convicted rapist Dani Alves’ £850,000 bail.
The disgraced ex-Barcelona...
Cristiano Ronaldo ‘recharges’ with beach workout in Saudi Arabia alongside partner Georgina Rodriguez
Cristiano Ronaldo took to the beach to ‘recharge' with his family after being rested for Portugal's friendly win over Sweden.
The Al-Nassr forward...
Celtic star Daizen Maeda could be heading back to Glasgow early as shock news stuns Japanese football
CELTIC star Daizen Maeda is poised to return home early from international duty.
That’s because the Asian Football Confederation have ruled...
Qatar showed real quality in second half, says Lopez
Doha: Marquez Lopez was proud of Qatar's ability to increase their tempo in the 3-0 win over Kuwait in Group A of the Preliminary Joint...
IR Iran, Uzbekistan set to book spots
Hong Kong: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan left themselves well placed to advance from Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Silhavy applauds Oman's drive; focused Kyrgyz Republic thrill Tarkovic
Muscat: Oman head coach Jaroslav Silhavy was delighted after his side cruised to a 2-0 win over Malaysia to revive their Preliminary Joint...
Iran, Uzbekistan set to book spots
Hong Kong: Islamic Republic of Iran and Uzbekistan left themselves well placed to advance from Group E of the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Latest update on AFC Asian Qualifiers™
Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed today that the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 ™- Preliminary Joint Qualification...
Mancini: Fans were Saudi Arabia's 12th player
Riyadh: Roberto Mancini thanked the fans after Saudi Arabia edged Tajikistan 1-0 in their Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA...
Bento urges UAE to seal early progress
Abu Dhabi: Paulo Bento wants United Arab Emirates to get the job done when they meet Yemen in their Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for...
Agent of Napoli Star Lobotka Opens to Barcelona Switch
Branislav Jarusek, who represents Stanislav Lobotka, suggested his client would be happy to move to Barcelona but also added that the transfer...
Australia's Arnold satisfied; Palestine's Daboub applauds Dabbagh
Sydney: Graham Arnold had mixed emotions after Australia recorded their third straight win in Group I of the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Silhavy applauds Oman's drive; focused Kyrguz Republic thrill Tarkovic
Muscat: Oman head coach Jaroslav Silhavy was delighted after his side cruised to a 2-0 win over Malaysia to revive their Preliminary Joint...
Casas proud of Iraq's resolve
Basra:Jesus Casas was delighted to see Iraq come through a tough test after they beat Philippines 1-0 in the Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Ishii credits Thailand's confidence; Korea Republic's Son happy despite draw
Seoul: Thailand head coach Masatada Ishii credited his players' confidence after they held Korea Republic to a 1-1 draw in Group C of the...
Japan's Moriyasu pleased with “difficult” win
Tokyo: Head coach Hajime Moriyasu defended Japan's performance, saying his players showed "persistence till the very end despite difficult...
Rumour Mongering: Bakayoko On Liverpool Shortlist
The Robbie Fowler Memorial Nose Tape never goes out of style. | Photo by ANP via Getty ImagesThe Reds are reportedly considering picking up another...
Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley to sue club in £1.5million legal battle
Former Newcastle owner Mike Ashley will take the club to court for refusing to supply next season’s kits for sale at his Sports Direct chain.
A...
Liam Gordon Starts as Guyana Begin FIFA Series with a Defeat
Walsall defender Liam Gordon was named among the starting eleven as Guyana took on Cape Verde in their opening group game of the inaugural FIFA...
Group F: Iraq 1-0 Philippines
Basra: Iraq made it three wins out of three after edging the Philippines 1-0 in Group F of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the...
Group G: Saudi Arabia 1-0 Tajikistan
Riyadh: Salem Al Dawsari’s first-half strike was enough to hand Saudi Arabia a 1-0 win over Tajikistan in Group G of the Preliminary Joint...
Group H: Nepal 0-5 Bahrain
Riffa: A composed Bahrain proved too strong for Nepal, winning 5-0 in Group H of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World...
Group A: Afghanistan 0-0 India
Abha: Afghanistan held India to a goalless draw in a Group A match of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and...
‘All indications’ – Alasdair Gold thinks Spurs could receive a bid from Saudi this summer
Alasdair Gold has said that everything points to Tottenham Hotspur receiving an offer from Saudi Arabia for Richarlison in the summer. Richarlison...
Group D: Oman 2-0 Malaysia
Muscat: Oman got their campaign back on track with a 2-0 win over Malaysia in Group D of the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA...
Group H: United Arab Emirates 2-1 Yemen
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates continued their perfect start to the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and...
Group A: Qatar 3-0 Kuwait
Doha: Qatar turned on the power in the second half to defeat Kuwait 3-0 on Thursday to remain perfect in Group A of the Preliminary Joint...
Group I: Palestine 5-0 Bangladesh
Kuwait City: Palestine secured their first win of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the AFC Asian Cup...
Juventus owner seeking big money sponsorship deal
Juventus are making a play for a big-money shirt sponsor, and the recent trip to Saudi Arabia was more…
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Group E: IR Iran 5-0 Turkmenistan
Tehran: Defender Hossein Kanani scored twice as the Islamic Republic of Iran cruised to a 5-0 win over Turkmenistan in Tehran on Thursday to stay...
Moretto: Hernandez attracting attention from Bayern, the Premier League and Saudi Arabia
By: Euan Burns
AC Milan left-back Theo Hernandez has plenty of admirers but Milan are still working to renew his current contract before it is too...
Why is Cristiano Ronaldo not playing today for Portugal against Sweden?
Cristiano Ronaldo has been the best player with Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. However, the legend won't be available for Portugal against...
Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur to battle Saudi Arabian clubs for Raphinha?
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur could battle clubs from Saudi Arabia for Barcelona forward Raphinha this summer, according to a report.
Kjaer reveals he rejected Saudi Arabian offers: “I’m in the place I want to be”
By: Euan Burns
AC Milan defender Simon Kjaer has revealed that he rejected offers from Saudi Arabian clubs in order to stay at Milan, labelling the...
Celtic ‘want Paulo Bernardo on permanent transfer’ from Benfica – but there’s a catch
PAULO BERNARDO has played a big role for Celtic this season following his arrival from Benfica last summer.
And it’s being reported that the...
Pitso Mosimane discussing with Kaizer Chiefs? Coach's agent confirms talks with 'other teams' as Abha Club contract nears end
The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach's short-term deal in Saudi Arabia will expire in June 2024 amid speculation about his next destination.
Group F: Indonesia 1-0 Vietnam
Jakarta: Indonesia revived their chances of progression after a 1-0 win over Vietnam in their Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the...
Group E: Hong Kong, China 0-2 Uzbekistan
Hong Kong: Goals from Eldor Shomurodov and Rustamjon Ashurmatov earned Uzbekistan a 2-0 win over Hong Kong, China on Thursday to maintain their...
Group C: Singapore 2-2 China PR
Singapore: A spirited second half display saw Singapore come from behind to hold China PR to a 2-2 draw in their Preliminary Joint Qualification –...
Man Utd’s Casemiro replacement? Red Devils line up move for Wolves sensation Joao Gomes as veteran midfielder nears Saudi switch
Manchester United have identified Wolves' Joao Gomes as a possible replacement for Casemiro, as he continues to be linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.
Mike Ashley taking Newcastle to competition regulator in bitter row over club’s new Adidas kit
MIKE ASHLEY is taking Newcastle United, the club he used to own, to the competition regulator in a major bitter row over football...
Group C: Korea Republic 1-1 Thailand
Seoul: Suphanat Mueanta’s second-half equaliser helped Thailand claim a memorable 1-1 draw against Korea Republic in Group C of the Preliminary...
Group B: Myanmar 1-1 Syria
Yangon: Myanmar collected their first point in the Preliminary Joint Qualification - Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi...
Celtic star Daizen Maeda caught up in North Korea-Japan chaos as clash suddenly CANCELLED
CELTIC star Daizen Maeda has been caught up in a major footballing row between North Korea and Japan.
That’s because it’s being reported that...
Group B: Japan 1-0 DPR Korea
Tokyo: Ao Tanaka’s second minute goal kept Hajime Moriyasu’s side perfect in Group B of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA...
Rubiales to return to Spain amid corruption probe
Ex-Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales plans to return to Spain next month to be questioned as part of the corruption probe into...
Transfer notebook: Liverpool get Virgil van Dijk contract boost, Newcastle braced for Bruno Guimaraes bid, Chelsea squad unified by Raheem Sterling boos
Liverpool are hopeful the return of Michael Edwards will help convince Virgil van Dijk to commit his future to the club.
Van Dijk dropped a strong...