An AI-generated projection of the planned NEOM Stadium in Saudi Arabia had gone viral on the internet.

The NEOM Stadium, set to be built for the FIFA World Cup 2034 in Saudi Arabia, will be situated 350 metres above the desert floor.

Salem Al Dawsari finished top scorer in last season's AFC Champions League with 10 goals as he helped Al Hilal reach the semi-finals of the continent's top club competition.

Qatar and Saudi Arabia both secured a spot at next year's World Cup on Tuesday after clinching first place in their groups in the fourth round of Asian qualifying.

Six-time World Cup participants Saudi Arabia had to come from behind to open their play-offs for the 2026 finals with a 3-2 victory over Indonesia.

The breakthrough came when Sebastian Berhalter whipped in a free-kick from deep which, in a crowded box, Chris Richards met with a half-volley on the slide which flashed home.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Friday stood by his governing body's decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

FIFA on Wednesday confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, underlining the Gulf kingdom's growing influence in world sport despite criticism of the country's human rights record.

FIFA's decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia puts many lives at risk and "marks a moment of great danger", Amnesty International and 20 other organisations warned on Wednesday.

FIFA are set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 World Cups on Wednesday.

FIFA has come under fire for its partnership with Saudi Arabian oil and gas company Aramco.

Saudi Arabia, the only bidder for the 2034 World Cup, will host the 48-team tournament in fifteen stadiums across five cities, including eight in the capital, state media said on Wednesday.

Saudi Arabia is prepared to host the 2034 World Cup in summer or winter, its football chief told AFP, as the conservative oil giant was anointed the tournament's host just weeks after announcing a bid.

Indonesian soccer leader Erick Thohir said on Wednesday that his federation now supports Saudi Arabia.

A formidable Saudi Arabia didn't bring their 'A' game to the fore yet were strong enough to ward off a gutsy challenge from India winning their pre-quarterfinal match 2-0

India vs Saudi Arabia Highlights: Saudi Arabia defeated India 2-0 in the Asian Games 2023 men's football Round of 16 match on Thursday.

Asian Games 2023 Highlights, Day 5: Indian athletes added to their medal tally with another gold.

The Indian football team held its first training session in Hangzhou before their round of 16 match at the Asian Games.