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Karim Benzema's Al-Ittihad defeated Al-Nassr 2-1 to extend their winning streak to nine matches and pull five points clear in the Saudi Pro League.

Messi and Inter Miami to open Club World Cup against Egyptian giants Al Ahly, with Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal also taking part.

Cristiano Ronaldo watched on from the stands as already-qualified Al Nassr lost for the first time in this year's Asian Champions League Elite.

After spending billions on football and boxing, Riyadh has paying an interest in cricket, while Saudi Pro League clubs scored wins in the AFC Champions League.

Saudi Arabia is venturing into the cricket world by hosting the Indian Premier League player auction, amid accusations of more attempts of 'sportswashing'.

Algeria, led by captain Riyad Mahrez, romped home to a 5-1 victory over Liberia in a Group E African Cup of Nations qualifier.

Israeli attacks on Gaza continue to devastate Palestinian sports, with two footballers among the latest victims in its indiscriminate assaults on the enclave.

Israel's game against France kicked off in Paris, with a heavy police presence and a show of 'solidarity' by President Macron

Match of the Day host Gary Lineker says he will leave the BBC when his contract expires, following a rocky road with the broadcaster over comments on Gaza.

Following the outbreak of pro-Israel riots at last week Netherlands match, French authorities have barred Palestinian flags to an upcoming match.