Did Hilal Do More for Saudi Football Than Ronaldo in 2025? A Debate That Split the Nation
Saudi pundit Walid Al-Farag sparked a heated debate by weighing two defining moments for Saudi football this year: Al Hilal’s Club World Cup run and Ronaldo’s bicycle goal for Al Nassr. He argued that Hilal’s achievements elevated the league's profile more broadly than a single star’s highlight. The discussion explored whether team breakthroughs or individual moments create lasting growth for Saudi football. The piece blends punditry, fan reactions, and the World Cup 2026 context.