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A highly anticipated Al-Nassr vs Riyadh friendly is in doubt due to a scheduling dispute. Coaches clash over whether December 17 or 19 suits best, while national team duties complicate the calendar. The Arab Cup and other fixtures loom, threatening cancellation. Recent warm-ups provide hope, but the clock is ticking.
Two Al-Ittihad players have left the UAE training camp as the squad prepares for upcoming fixtures. They will link up with their national teams for AFCON preparations while the club eyes an AFC Champions League clash. Houssam Aouar and Mohamedou Doumbia have contributed this season and will return to competitive duty soon. Al-Ittihad also plans a league game against Al-Shabab after their AFC showdown.
Poland's Robert Lewandowski is pushing to remain at Barcelona as his contract nears expiry. He signals willingness to concede salary and other terms to help the club through financial hurdles. Barcelona appears open to negotiating an amended package, weighing sporting goals and budget realities.
Palestinian forward Hamid Hamdan, a Petrojet player, returns to Cairo after duty in the Arab Cup. Petrojet is fielding multiple bids from domestic and Arab clubs following his strong Arab Cup showing. An informal deal with Zamalek is reportedly on the table, but other offers and conditions add complexity. Final decisions hinge on the player's preference and upfront payment, with Egyptian clubs keeping a keen eye on the situation.
Milan and Sassuolo played to a 2-2 draw at San Siro, exposing Milan’s defensive vulnerabilities. Allegri pointed to details that weren’t handled and conceded the opposition capitalized on them. Davide Bartisagi netted twice for Milan, while Ismael Koné and Arman Lorente tallied for Sassuolo. With the Super Cup looming, Milan must tighten up to keep the title race alive and kick off a tougher stretch.
Kooora launches a new page that gathers every championship it covers worldwide, aiming to simplify browsing and speed up access to content. The unified interface highlights major leagues and global events, from Europe’s top competitions to world cups. Users can search directly for a championship to reach their favorites with fewer clicks. This update nods to Kooora’s classic features and promises more improvements to enhance navigation and reader experience.
ZED confirms no request from Al Ahly to cut Ahmed Khaled Kabka’s loan and that the youngster will stay with the club this season. Officials describe Kabka as a standout and note his continued involvement will depend on the head coach’s plan. The move is linked to Mustafa Al-Ash’s permanent transfer to Al Ahly before the season began. Kabka has captained Egypt’s youth national team at the U-20 World Cup in Chile, and his presence remains a key part of ZED’s squad through the end of the campaign.
PSG travels to Qatar for a major Intercontinental Cup clash. Hakimi misses the match due to injury, while Dembélé and Marquinhos could return from injuries. Flamengo reach the final after beating Pyramids, and a young forward may join late. The atmosphere mixes football with tactical chess in a high-stakes showcase.
Algeria announced its 28-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco. The list mixes Europe-based stars with domestic players and features Riyad Mahrez and Houssam Aouar, plus Luka Zidan, Zidane’s son, in goal. Coach Vladimir Petkovic emphasizes depth across defense, midfield, and attack. Algeria opens their campaign vs Sudan on December 24, then faces Burkina Faso and Equatorial Guinea in the group stage as they chase a third AFCON trophy.
Doha, Qatar, will host The Best awards for a second consecutive year. The ceremony is set for December 16, the eve of the Club World Cup final. Fans contributed over 16 million votes, highlighting global engagement around the awards. Top contenders include Dembélé, Hakimi, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Salah, and Mbappé.
Reports reveal the total cost of Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal's bid to take over Al Hilal. The deal would place 75% ownership with the Public Investment Fund, with the rest handled by the Ministry of Sports. Final details are reportedly near, with an official announcement expected before year-end. Talks about other Saudi clubs continue to swirl without immediate closings. The negotiations have been ongoing for over a year, shaping a potential reshuffle of the league hierarchy.
Arsenal confirmed Ben White suffered a hamstring issue after a heavy spell of minutes, leaving his availability uncertain. Mikel Arteta admitted there were no better options as White exited early in the win against Wolves. The situation echoes prior injuries that forced players like Tomiyasu and Timber to push through pain. Saliba started, despite an ankle issue keeping him sidelined, and Kalafiore’s return from suspension could offer more defensive flexibility ahead of the Everton match.
New reports question whether the Saudi Pro League breached a key scheduling rule after postponing Round 10. The move followed Saudi Arabia’s Arab Cup 2025 semifinals qualification. The issue centers on a rule limiting three consecutive home or away matches, sparking debate about fairness and exceptional circumstances. The league defends the decision as an exceptional measure to preserve the competition’s integrity.
French coach Hervé Renard exits Saudi camp 24 hours before the Arab Cup semi-final vs Jordan to watch the Olympic team. The move underscores the federation’s support for the under-23s in Qatar. Saudi Arabia’s senior side remains focused on reaching the final, with Renard accompanied by several players. If the Olympic team advances, they could face the Iraq-Qatar winner in midweek. The report blends squad dynamics with tournament context in the Arab Cup 2025 held in Qatar.
Davide Bartesaghi, Milan's left-back, scored his first Serie A goal in a home match against Sassuolo at San Siro. The strike came in the 34th minute following a setup involving a pass from Luka Modrić to Loftus-Cheek. The goal marks Bartesaghi's first in Serie A for Milan. Opta notes he is the youngest Milan defender to score in Serie A since Paolo Maldini in 1988, underscoring a rising talent for the club.
City and Palace unveil their starting lineups for a pivotal Premier League clash. Haaland spearheads City with Foden and Cherki backing him. Guardiola keeps Marmoush on the bench ahead of AFCON duties. Palace counterattacks with Mateta supported by Sarr, while Guehi marshals the defense. Expect a tactical duel, quick transitions, and a few goals—with a dash of humor to keep the adrenaline high.
AC Milan hints at extending goalkeeper Mike Maignan's contract as renewal talks heat up ahead of a crucial Serie A clash with Sassuolo. The club stresses discussions are about maintaining his role rather than forcing a sale, highlighting Maignan's importance to the project. Reports of a potential exit have cooled, with the focus shifting to keeping the French stopper beyond 2026. A Chelsea link from last year is recalled, but Milan remains hopeful about a positive outcome.
Virgil van Dijk hints at a uncertain future for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool, just as AFCON looms. He stresses Salah is a leader and remains important, while also acknowledging the complexity of football politics. The Sun is cited as noting Salah’s imminent international duty, and Van Dijk promises ongoing communication with the forward. The piece underlines team unity despite the speculation and references recent wins that show the squad pulling together.
Jordan’s captain, Rajai Aeed, says Yazen Al-Na'imat’s injury affected the team during the Iraq quarterfinal. Al-Na'imat suffered a seventh-minute blow and torn ACL, yet the squad vows to honor him by pursuing the title. Aeed spoke ahead of the semifinal vs Saudi Arabia, emphasizing that adversity can fuel their run. The fans’ support is highlighted as a vital boost as Jordan eyes a place in the final.
Ángel Di María recounts behind-the-scenes memories of the Real Madrid–Barcelona clashes under Guardiola and Mourinho. He explains how Mourinho urged physicality to topple Barça, while Barcelona’s dominance left a lasting mark on players and the national team. The tale highlights a era of intense rivalries, heavy challenges, and strategic shifts that shaped La Liga. A look back with a touch of humor ties it all together.
