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PSG’s goalkeeper Matvei Safonov delivered an improbable night of heroics in the Club World Cup final. He likely saved multiple penalties with a broken hand, guiding PSG past Flamengo. Louis Enrique called the moment extraordinary and a testament to adrenaline. An official update says Safonov will miss several weeks while he recovers.
Liverpool visits Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a pivotal 2025-26 Premier League clash. The Reds are rebuilding under Arne Slot and aim to climb higher in the table. Spurs will seek to capitalize on home support to push back toward the top half. This piece maps out TV channels, streaming options, kickoff details, and key facts for fans.
Saudi side Al-Ittihad is pursuing defensive strengthening during the winter window, eyeing Lazio’s Nuno Tavares. Reports say the club aims to add a left-back who can impact domestic and continental competitions. Tavares is under contract with Lazio until 2029, which could complicate negotiations. Market value is reported around €20 million, reflecting his high level. The move seeks to deliver a more competitive defense for the Tigers this season.
Manchester City host West Ham United at the Etihad in the 2025-26 Premier League. City sit second with 34 points, two behind the leaders, aiming to strengthen their title bid with home support. West Ham are 18th with 13 points under Nuno Espirito Santo, fighting to climb the table. This guide covers TV rights in the region, online viewing options, match timing, and who will call the action.
FIFA released Egypt's international referees list for the coming year, announced by Oscar Roiz. The update includes retirements, moves to VAR, and several new additions across on-field, VAR, and support roles. Camps in Doha are planned in February to prepare for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The changes reflect a broader reshuffle across referees, assistant referees, and specialized groups like futsal and beach soccer.
Sevilla visits Real Madrid at the Bernabéu in a pivotal La Liga clash. Madrid, under pressure around manager Xabi Alonso, eyes a strong finish to 2025 after recent cup progress. BeIN Sports holds the broadcast rights, with beIN Sports 2 HD providing Arabic commentary, while online options include TOD and beIN Connect. The match also features commentary by Essam El Shalaby and a kickoff set for late December, with streaming accessible from various platforms. Expect a tightly fought fixture as Madrid chase top form and Sevilla look to upset the odds.
Nishesh Basavaridi advances to the semi-finals of the Next Gen Finals in Jeddah after a day of tense results. He benefited from Blockx’s consistent performance and a critical group-stage outcome. Blockx clinched the group, ensuring Basavaridi’s runner-up finish. Both players and coach Gil Servara noted improvements and focused on preparation for the knockout rounds.
Al Hilal is pressing to keep Abdullah Al-Hamdan amid interest from Al Nassr. Reports indicate Nassr is pursuing him on a free transfer after his contract ends. Fresh negotiations are planned to persuade Hamdan to renew and stay. The move follows the coach’s request to use Hamdan as a third striker behind Nunez and Leonardo. Hamdan has been with the club for five years, registering 142 appearances, 13 goals, and 10 assists.
Ahmed Soliman, a Zamalek board member, criticizes the club's clampdown and calls for accountability to target individuals, not the institution. He highlights the importance of administrative stability for the team's sporting future and warns against selling core players. Soliman also praises Zamalek’s popularity in the Arab world and Africa, urging thoughtful, long-term solutions over short-term penalties. The piece ends with a light touch on the realities of football governance and leadership.
FIFA has added 15 Saudi clubs to its latest ban on registering players, including Al Shabab, Damac, and Al Riyadh. The move reflects ongoing FIFA decisions in regulatory cases against several teams. The list is updated periodically as disputes are resolved. Damac faces a three-period suspension for overdue payments to a former player or coach, potentially disrupting Roshen Pro League plans.
Al Hilal confirms Malcolm will miss training ahead of the Sharjah match in the Elite AFC Champions League. The team travels to the UAE on Monday for the sixth group-stage game, hoping to keep top spot. Officials cite a stomach illness for his absence, with his status to be reassessed soon under coach Simone Inzaghi. Malcolm has contributed 11 appearances with four goals and four assists this season, while Hamad Al-Yami edges closer to a return.
Manchester United and other top clubs are tracking Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan as a potential summer signing. Dumfries recently underwent ankle surgery, delaying talks but not dampening interest. Barcelona are also linked, with reports from Mundo Deportivo. Inter values the Dutch right-back, who has contributed goals this season, keeping transfer discussions alive amid European pressure.
Saudi club Al-Nassr has offered Marcelo Brozovic a contract extension, but the Croatian midfielder has yet to accept. An Italian journalist notes Europe could beckon again, despite his Inter Milan past. A move would likely require a salary adjustment to fit European leagues. This season, Brozovic has played 15 matches with 1 goal and 2 assists, bringing his Al-Nassr tally to 99 appearances, 8 goals, and 20 assists.
Saudi Arabia's football federation is in talks with Didier Deschamps to lead a long-term project aimed at elevating the kingdom's football. The discussions, reportedly advanced, focus on building a generation capable of competing with the world’s best by 2034. The move signals a strategic push toward turning global ambitions into tangible results, with Deschamps potentially overseeing youth, junior, and senior teams.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta shares details of Lionel Messi's Camp Nou visit, kept secret during a La Liga match. Messi allegedly arrived without prior coordination from the club's leaders, and security facilitated entry after a coordinator was informed. Laporta confirms there was no direct contact between Messi and management beforehand. The episode underscores Messi's enduring ties to Barca and the club's cautious handling of appearances.
Algeria announces Hossam Awar will miss AFCON 2025 due to a training injury. Vladimir Petkovic replaces him with Himad Abdulali as the Greens brace for the continental tournament. Awar has battled injuries this season, limiting his club presence for Al-Ittihad. The decision follows prior plans to rest him for AFCON and focus on readiness.
Abdul Razak Hamdallah stages a surprising late-career revival by scoring 3 goals at the Arab Cup 2025, finishing as a top Moroccan scorer alongside Karim Berkaoui. He previously bagged a brace against Benin in 2014, but his national-team impact waned due to selection issues and coaching changes. The striker later reached a double-digit tally for the Atlas Lions before announcing his international retirement. This piece traces his journey, highlights, and final decision.
A third-place Arab Cup match between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates was canceled due to bad weather. FIFA later ruled that the bronze medals should be shared between the two teams, pending consensus among all parties. Sports rules expert Mohamed Bayoumi explained the legal basis for the decision and the conditions under which interrupted games can resume. The match’s cancellation and the subsequent medal split underscore how weather and procedures can shape tournament outcomes.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he was too optimistic about how quickly the refreshed squad would settle. He attributes much of the delay to the summer changes and the challenge of integrating a rebuilt group. Speaking before the Premier League clash with Tottenham, he stressed that progress is real but uneven. Injuries to Gomez and Gakpo were confirmed, Szoboszlai may start, and Frimpong returns after a two-month layoff. A touch of humor caps the piece as patience in a rebuild becomes the new tactical approach.
Al Ahli Saudi FC recalls two sidelined players ahead of a pivotal AFC Elite clash with Al Shorta. The champions push to secure knockout-stage qualification after five games and ten points. Yasin Al-Zubaidi and Ryan Hamid return from knee and hamstring issues respectively. The squad will miss Edouard Mendy, Frank Kesi, and Riyad Mahrez due to AFCON duties.
