League News
Official announcements, updates, and developments in Saudi football.

AFC Sets 27 December for Al Nassr's Rescheduled Clash with Al Wasl
The Asian Football Confederation has fixed Sunday 27 December as the new date for Al Nassr's AFC Champions League Elite meeting with Al Wasl at Al Awwal Park in Riyadh.
Simakan and Coman Return as Al Nassr Prepare for Al Ahli Showdown
Al Nassr have Mohamed Simakan and Kingsley Coman back for the postponed Matchweek 9 clash with Al Ahli in Jeddah on 20 November, with a win taking them to the top of the Roshn Saudi League.
Saudi Arabia Begin Training Camp in Doha Ahead of Upcoming Fixtures

Saudi Pro League Confirms Updated 2026–27 Calendar and Fixtures for Matchweeks 13–21

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has confirmed the updated schedule for the remaining rounds of the 2026–27 King’s Cup, including the dates, kick-off times and venues for all eight Round of 16 fixtures.

Saudi Pro League to Release Updated Roshn League Fixture Schedule in Three Days
The Saudi Pro League is expected to announce the updated fixture schedule for the current Roshn Saudi League season in three days, following major changes to the competition calendar after the postponement of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, according to sources cited by Al Riyadhiah.

Al Taawoun Make History with Early AFC Champions League Two Qualification
Saudi Pro League Returns: Three Matches to Watch on Opening Night - The wait is over.
Al Nassr's Summer Recruitment Budget Reportedly Exhausted

Arriyadiyah: Al Nassr Sign Portugal Midfielder Samú Costa from Mallorca

Okaz Reports: Al Hilal Close to Financial Settlement with Malcom as Al Diriyah Move Nears

Al Adalah Appoint Rodolfo Correia as Head Coach

Abdullah Al Majed Announces Departure as Al Nassr Chairman

Roshn Saudi League Unveils 2026–27 Fixture List as Derby Dates Confirmed
The Saudi Pro League has officially released the 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League fixture list, with the season beginning on 13 August and ending on 29 May. The schedule includes an opening-week clash between Al Hilal and Al Faisaly, while the Riyadh Derby between Al Hilal and Al Nassr will be played in Rounds 17 and 34. The league also confirmed the dates for the Jeddah Derby and the Saudi Clasico.

Al Nassr Receive Financial Compliance Certificate, Clearing Path for Summer Signings

Al Nassr and Al Ittihad Enter Race for AC Milan Midfielder Youssouf Fofana

Reports: Al Raed Reach Agreement with Jeddah Midfielder Yousef Al Harbi

Al Kholood Sign Samer Al Marwani for U-21 Team

Al Kholood Pursue Three Goalkeeping Targets Ahead of Alicante Preseason Camp
Head coach Des Buckingham is moving quickly to sign a new goalkeeper to replace the departed Juan Pablo Cozzani before the team travels to Spain for training.

Al Jabalain Confirms 18-Day Pre-Season Training Camp in Turkey
Al Jabalain management has announced an 18-day external preparatory camp in Turkey, scheduled to begin on Friday, July 24.

Al Raed Linked with Moroccan Manager Rida Hakam Amid Coaching Speculation
Reports suggest Moroccan coach Rida Hakam is a potential candidate for the head coach position at Al Raed, though official confirmation remains pending.
Al Ahli Officially Confirms Signing of Portuguese International Francisco Trincão
Al Ahli has finalized the transfer of 26-year-old winger Francisco Trincão from Sporting CP to bolster their attacking line for the 2026–27 season.

Al Hazm Linked with Potential Loan for Young Striker Aboubacar Diakite
Saudi Pro League side Al Hazm is reportedly pursuing a loan deal for the 2006-born Malian forward Aboubacar Diakite, who is currently with Esperance de Tunis.

Transfer Alert: Al Ettifaq Move for Rabie Hrimat Under Threat Amid Administrative Delays
A deal for Moroccan midfielder Rabie Hrimat to join Al Ettifaq is in jeopardy as rival clubs lodge higher bids while administrative hurdles stall the Saudi side's progress.

Al Faisaly Nears Agreement for Portuguese Goalkeeper Ricardo Pacheco
Al Faisaly is in the final stages of negotiations to sign Portuguese goalkeeper Ricardo Pacheco as they look to finalize the move in the coming days.

Meet the Eight Managers Shaping the New Roshn Saudi League Era
As the 2026-27 Roshn Saudi League season approaches, eight clubs have appointed new head coaches. From Ange Postecoglou’s high-profile arrival at Al Nassr to a wave of emerging tactical minds, these managers are looking to chart a fresh course for their respective teams.

Where Saudi Pro League Clubs Are Holding Their 2026 Summer Training Camps
Al Faisaly Secures Squad Stability with Solinas Renewal and Key Signings
Al Faisaly has officially confirmed the contract renewal of head coach Giovanni Solinas alongside a series of strategic player signings and extensions to strengthen the first-team roster.
Bidding War Erupts for Azzedine Ounahi as Al-Ittihad and European Clubs Rival Al-Nassr
The race for Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi has intensified as Al-Nassr faces competition from Al-Ittihad and several European sides.

Saudi Pro League Mandates 'Elite Hybrid' Turf Standards for All Venues in 2026/27 Season
The Saudi Pro League (SPL) has issued new directives requiring all top-flight stadiums to install specialized hybrid turf technology. The move is designed to ensure pitch consistency and player safety during the congested 2026 football calendar.

Defending Champions Al-Ahli Secure Naif Masoud as Jaissle Reaffirms Commitment to 'Jeddah Giants'
Double Asian champions Al-Ahli have completed the signing of midfielder Naif Masoud, while manager Matthias Jaissle has reportedly rejected outside offers to lead the club's quest for a third consecutive continental title.

Inzaghi Shakes Up Al-Hilal Ranks with High-Profile Exclusions from Tactical Training
Al-Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi has signaled a zero-tolerance policy regarding tactical adherence, reportedly excluding two prominent squad members from the final preparations for the Al-Muttahid fixture. The decision highlights the intense internal

Saudi Football Federation Launches Innovative Grassroots Leagues to Shape Future Talent
In a bold move to overhaul the Kingdom's footballing infrastructure, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has announced the creation of three new youth leagues for children under nine. The strategic initiative aims to identify and nurture eli

Ange Postecoglou Appointed Al-Nassr Manager Following Domestic Title Triumph
Al-Nassr has officially confirmed the appointment of Australian manager Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach. Postecoglou succeeds Jorge Jesus, who departed the club after leading them to their first Saudi Pro League title in seven years during t

Al-Diriyah Seal Historic Promotion to Saudi Roshn League After Playoff Drama
Al-Diriyah have secured their first-ever promotion to the top flight of Saudi football following a tense 2-1 victory over Al-Ula. A dramatic late strike in extra time sparked jubilant celebrations at Al-Awwal Park, marking a new chapter for the histo
