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2016 Saudi Super Cup
The 2016 Saudi Super Cup was the fourth edition of the Saudi Super Cup, an annual football match contested by the winners of the previous season's Saudi Pro League and King's Cup competitions. The match was played between Al-Ahli the winners of both the 2015–16 Saudi Pro League and the 2016 King Cup, and Al-Hilal, the winners of the 2015–16 Crown Prince Cup. It was held at Craven Cottage in London, England on 8 August 2016. Al-Ahli won the match 4–3 on penalties following a 1–1 draw, winning their first Super Cup title. Background Al-Ahli qualified as champions of the 2015–16 Saudi Professional League and winners of the 2016 King Cup. It was their first Saudi Super Cup appearance since the competition was introduced in 2013. Al-Hilal qualified as winners of the 2015–16 Crown Prince Cup. They defeated Al-Ahli 2–1 on 19 February 2016 to win their record breaking 13th title. It was their 2nd Super Cup appearance, and were looking to win their 2nd title. They were ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saudi Super Cup
The Saudi Super Cup ( ar, كأس السوبر السعودي) is an annual super cup football match organised by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. Founded in 2013 as a two-team competition, the current version has been contested since 2022–23 by four teams: the winners and runners-up of the King Cup and Pro League. The competition was held the week before the season begins in Saudi Arabia from 2013 until 2018. Since the 2019 edition it has been held mid-season. The current holders are Al-Hilal, who won 2–2 (4–3 on penalties) against Al-Faisaly in the 2021 edition. The most successful teams in the competition are Al-Hilal, who have each won the trophy three times. History The idea of having a super cup tournament in Saudi Arabia dates back to 1979 when a two-legged match was held between the 1978–79 Saudi Premier League winners, Al-Hilal, and the 1979 King Cup winners, Al-Ahli. The first leg, which was played in Jeddah, ended in 2–2 draw and the second leg, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2015–16 Saudi Crown Prince Cup
The 2015–16 Saudi Crown Prince Cup was the 41st season of the Saudi Crown Prince Cup since its establishment in 1957. This season's competition featured a total of 30 teams, 14 teams from the Pro League, and 16 teams from the First Division. The holders were Al-Ahli who beat Al-Hilal 2–1 in the previous season's final on 13 February 2015. The 2016 Saudi Crown Prince Cup Final was played between Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh. In a rematch of the previous year's final, Al-Hilal defeated holders Al-Ahli 2–1 in the final to win their record-extending 13th Crown Prince Cup title. Participating teams Pro League First Division First stage Preliminary round The Preliminary round fixtures were played on 15, 16, 17 & 24 August 2015. All times are local, AST (UTC+3). Second stage Bracket Note: H: ''Home team'', A: ''Away team'' Round of 16 The Round of 16 fixtures were played on 11 & 12 September 2015. The A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Osama Hawsawi
Osama Hawsawi ( ar, أسامة هوساوي, born 31 March 1984) is a retired Saudi Arabian footballer who played as a central defender. After starting out at Al-Wehda, he went on to spend the vast majority of his career with Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli. He won several major titles with both clubs, including five Pro League titles, five Crown Prince Cups and two King Cups. In addition, he became the first Saudi player to play in the Belgian Pro League. Hawsawi earned 138 caps for the Saudi Arabia national team between 2006 and 2018, playing at three AFC Asian Cups, captaining the side at the 2018 World Cup and finishing as runner-up at the 2007 AFC Asian Cup. Club career Al Wehda Hawsawi began his professional football career where Al-Wehda Club and soon after, at Al-Wehda, he became a regular in the first team, playing in the central defense. Al Hilal After making 59 appearances and scoring once, Hawsawi joined Al-Hilal. While at Al-Hilal, Hawsawi was a regular player under the m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nasser Al-Shamrani
Nasser Al-Shamrani ( ar, ناصر الشمراني) (born 23 November 1983) is a Saudi Arabian footballer who plays former the Saudi Arabia national team as a forward. Often considered one of the most versatile, effective Saudi Arabian strikers of all time, he won the Asian Footballer of the Year award in 2014. Club career Al-Wehda Al-Shamrani began his professional career at the age of 20 playing with Al-Wehda's first team, in the 2003–04 season. He was young then, but along with his teammate Essa Al-Mehyani, was one of the main strikers at the club. Even though Al-Wehda had talented young strikers, they did not win any tournaments and the highest rank they achieved in the Saudi Premier League was 3rd place in the 2006–07 season. Al-Shabab During the 2005–06 season, Al-Shabab decided to try Al-Shamrani out, and a loan deal was agreed till the end of the season (Al-Wehda accepted because at that time they had no chance of competing in all of the local tournaments). Dur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yasser Al-Qahtani
Yasser Saeed Al-Qahtani ( ar, ياسر سعيد القحطاني; born 10 October 1982) is a former Saudi footballer who played as a forward for Al-Hilal FC in the Saudi Professional League. He was also captain of the Saudi Arabia national team. Yasser is widely recognized as one of the greatest Saudi footballers of the 21st century. Club career In 2005, Al-Qahtani moved to Al-Hilal from Al-Qadisiyah for a reported £2.5 million transfer fee. After leading Saudi Arabia to the finals of the 2007 AFC Asian Cup as one of the tournament's top scorers, he won the Asian Footballer of the Year award. He went on trial at Manchester City in December. In 2011, struggling for form following injuries and having lost his place in the Al-Hilal starting lineup, Al-Qahtani joined United Arab Emirates club Al Ain on a season-long loan. There he contributed to the club's first league title since 2004 scoring 7 goals in 15 league appearances, and 12 goals in a total of 26 games across all com ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mustafa Al-Bassas
Mustafa Mahdi Bassas ( ar, مصطفى مهدي بصاص; born 25 June 1993) is a Saudi professional footballer who last played for Pro League club Al-Faisaly as a winger. Club career Early years Mustafa began and spent all of his career to date with Al-Ahli. He played for the Al-Ahli academy junior and youth teams. Bassas plays in more than one position: right back, central midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger, and second striker. He is known for his pace, shot power, and leadership skills. Czech coach Karel Jarolím gave him his debut in the Al-Ahli first team. 2012–present On 7 October 2012, he played his first game with the senior team against Najran club in 2012–13 Saudi Professional League. In the 2012 AFC Champions League, Bassas played in his first rivalry match in Jeddah against Ittihad, proving to be best player on the pitch, showing a lot of skill and talent when on the ball even though his side lost the first leg 1-0. The second leg, however, was won ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Motaz Hawsawi
Motaz Ali Hassan Hawsawi ( ar, معتز هوساوي; born 17 February 1992) is a Saudi Arabian professional footballer who currently plays as a defender for Al-Taawoun and the Saudi Arabia national team. In May 2018 he was named in Saudi Arabia's preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Career He started playing for Al-Ahli and was often described as one of the best defenders in the history of the club. On January 11, 2022, he transferred for Al-Taawoun. Career statistics Club International :''Statistics accurate as of match played 25 June 2018.'' Honours Al Ahli *Saudi Crown Prince Cup : 2014–15 *Saudi Professional League : 2015-16 *King Cup : 2016 *Saudi Super Cup : 2016 File:2016 Events Collage.png, From top left, clockwise: Bombed-out buildings in Ankara following the 2016 Turkish coup d'état attempt; the impeachment trial of Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff; Damaged houses during the 2016 Nagorno-Karabakh ... References External l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luíz Carlos (footballer, Born 1985)
Luíz Carlos Martins Moreira (born 5 July 1985), simply known as Luíz Carlos is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder in Portugal for Paços de Ferreira. Club career In the summer of 2016, Luíz Carlos signed for Al-Ahli Saudi FC Honours ;S.C. Braga * Taça de Portugal: 2015-16 ;Al-Ahli *Saudi Super Cup: 2016 File:2016 Events Collage.png, From top left, clockwise: Bombed-out buildings in Ankara following the 2016 Turkish coup d'état attempt; the impeachment trial of Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff; Damaged houses during the 2016 Nagorno-Karabakh ... References External links * * 1985 births Living people Sportspeople from Espírito Santo Brazilian footballers Brazilian expatriate footballers Association football midfielders Campeonato Brasileiro Série B players Primeira Liga players Liga Portugal 2 players Saudi Professional League players Süper Lig players Ipatinga Futebol Clube players S.C. Freamunde players F.C. Paços ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mohammed Al-Breik
Mohammed Ibrahim Mohammed Al-Breik ( ar, محمد إبراهيم محمد البريك; born 15 September 1992) is a Saudi Arabian professional professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Saudi Professional League club Al-Hilal. Club career Mohammed Al-Breik was at Al-Hilal youth academy between 2009 until 2014. He was promoted to the first team in 2014 and left on loan in 2015. Al-Raed In 29 January 2015, Al-Breik was loaned to Al-Raed. He helped Al-Raed to survive the League, helping them to 18 points and go out of the relegation zone. Al-Hilal In 20 October 2015, Al-Breik scored his first goal against Al-Ta'awon. After that Al-Breik won the Crown Prince Cup. In the Super Cup 2016 Al-Breik scored his second goal against, but Al-Hilal lost on penalties. He became a regular with Al-Hilal manager Ramón Díaz. In the 2016–17 season, he won his first league and King Cup titles. International career On 4 November 2015, he was selected for the Saudi Arabia national t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
British Summer Time
During British Summer Time (BST), civil time in the United Kingdom is advanced one hour forward of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), in effect changing the time zone from UTC±00:00 to UTC+01:00, so that mornings have one hour less daylight, and evenings one hour more. BST begins at 01:00 GMT every year on the last Sunday of March and ends at 01:00 GMT (02:00 BST) on the last Sunday of October. The starting and finishing times of daylight saving were aligned across the European Union on 22 October 1995, and the UK retained this alignment after it left the EU; both BST and Central European Summer Time begin and end on the same Sundays at 02:00 Central European Time, 01:00 GMT. Between 1972 and 1995, the BST period was defined as "beginning at two o'clock, Greenwich mean time, in the morning of the day after the third Saturday in March or, if that day is Easter Day, the day after the second Saturday in March, and ending at two o'clock, Greenwich mean time, in the morning of the day a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Housain Al-Mogahwi
Housain Ali Al-Mogahwi ( ar, حسين المقهوي, born 24 March 1988) is a Saudi Arabian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Saudi First Division League club Al-Adalah. He is a former Saudi Arabia international. Club career He joined Al Fateh in 2010. Impressive performances made him a regular starter in the Saudi club. On 9 September 2023, Al-Mogahwi joined Al-Adalah, 13 years after departing the club. International career He made his debut for Saudi Arabia against Iran in a 0–0 draw. In May 2018 he was named in Saudi Arabia's preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Career statistics Club International :''Statistics accurate as of match played 17 November 2020.'' International goals :''Score and Result list Saudi Arabia's goal tally first'' Honours Al-Fateh *Saudi Pro League: 2012–13 *Saudi Super Cup: 2013 Al-Ahli *Saudi Pro League: 2015–16 *King Cup: 2016 *Crown Prince Cup: 2014–15 *Saudi Super Cup: 2016 Fil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Omar Al Somah
Omar Al Somah ( ar, عمر السومة; born 28 March 1989) is a Syrian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Qatar Stars League club Al-Arabi, on loan from Saudi club Al Ahli, and the Syria national team. Nicknamed in Syria as ''Al ʿAqqid'' ( ar, العكيد) which is a historical civil character in Damascus known for participating in the resistance against occupiers and for being courageous, helpful and generous. In July 2014, Al Somah joined Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. He went on to become the league top goalscorer in 2015, 2016 and 2017. He helped the team win the league in 2016, their first in 32 years. Club career Al Futowa Al Somah began his football career at the age of 12, joining the youth academy of Al Futowa (Deir ez-Zor) which won the 2007–08 Syrian under-18 league; Al Somah was the top scorer of the league that season with 29 goals. Al Qadsia On 30 June 2011, Al Somah joined Al Qadsia in the Kuwaiti Premier League. In July 2012, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |