Saudi reviews football fan rules after whip attack
11 months ago

Saudi reviews football fan rules after whip attack

Al Jazeera  

Saudi football authorities to review fan protocols after Al Ittihad’s Abderrazak Hamdallah was whipped by a spectator. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has vowed to review the fan code of conduct after a “disgraceful” attack in which a spectator appeared to whip a player. It’s why the actions of this ‘so called’ fan go against all that Saudi football represents and we completely condemn the incident,” said the statement dated Sunday. The review will ensure updated rules and regulations are put in place to swiftly and effectively impose suitable penalties to help avoid any repeat of such incidents.” Saudi Arabia has made strides to become a global force in football.

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Soccer-Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win
3 months, 1 week ago

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Hindustan Times  

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The FA 'is still weighing up whether to officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid', amid human rights concerns - after Germany controversially gave the Middle Eastern state its backing
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Daily Mail  

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Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report
1 year ago

Cristiano Ronaldo to Receive 'Harsh' Punishment From Saudi FA for Obscene Celebration After Messi Chants: Report

News 18  

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Iran says it has agreed with Saudis to reschedule Asian Champions League soccer match after walkout
1 year, 5 months ago

Iran says it has agreed with Saudis to reschedule Asian Champions League soccer match after walkout

Associated Press  

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Saudi Arabia’s fan culture wows the World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

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Al Jazeera  

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Watch: Saudi Arabia fans tease Lionel Messi with Ronaldo's 'Siu' celebration after beating Argentina
2 years, 3 months ago

Watch: Saudi Arabia fans tease Lionel Messi with Ronaldo's 'Siu' celebration after beating Argentina

India Today  

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Saudi Arabian Football Federation says sorry amid anger over snub for London victims at Socceroos game
7 years, 9 months ago

Saudi Arabian Football Federation says sorry amid anger over snub for London victims at Socceroos game

ABC  

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