Debunked: Are More Foreigners About to Rule Roshn Pro League?
3 February 2026
Roshn Pro League foreign-player rumors clarified
Yasser Al-Misehal, the head of the Saudi Football Federation, addressed rumors about foreign players in the Roshn Pro League for next season.
Earlier, media figure Khaled Al-Shenaif claimed eight foreigners would start and two more would sit on the bench.
No changes for now; the study continues
In televised remarks, Al-Misehal said the foreign quota is reviewed annually and, at present, there is no change.
He added that the federation evaluates the impact with the league body, and if a change benefits Saudi football or the national team, it will be announced.
Current rules and potential impact
Currently, rules allow each club to sign up to 10 foreign players, including two under 23, with a playing squad limit of eight foreigners.
Bottom line: keep an eye on the numbers, because even a small tweak could shuffle lineups and budgets alike.
Punchline 1: If rumors were goals, the league would be in extra time by now.
Punchline 2: And if you think the foreign quota is tough, wait until you try pronouncing those club names in post-match interviews.
