Canada’s former ambassador to Saudi Arabia says the country will use its World Cup bid to whitewash its record of human rights abuses — but the strategy will backfire. CBC | World News
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Fascinating Fury-Ngannou bout latest example of Saudi Arabia’s sportswashing strategy
The boxing match between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou fits well in a contemporary sports scene that treasures appeal-broadening crossover events, and where financial support comes increasingly from deep-pocketed Middle Eastern kingdoms, writes CBC Sports senior contributor Morgan Campbell. CBC | Sports News
Read More »Tottenham could miss out on Prem target with star’s camp ‘keen’ on Saudi Arabia move
Tottenham’s hopes of landing one of their top targets could be dashed as ambitious Saudi Arabian clubs look set to make their move again. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Jordan Henderson shows first sign of Saudi Arabia backtrack with fresh ‘money’ remark
Jordan Henderson spoke out in his first TV interview since leaving England for Saudi Arabia in the summer. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Jordan Henderson sends message to England boo boys after Saudi backlash
Jordan Henderson has addressed the England fans booing him Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Rod Stewart reveals why he’s just turned down a huge offer from Saudi Arabia
Rod Stewart is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, and continues to receive offers to perform all over the world. Daily Express :: TV and Radio Feed
Read More »Saudi Arabia suspends entry for religious pilgrims over coronavirus fears
Saudi Arabia temporarily suspended entry to the kingdom for the Umrah Islamic pilgrimage and visits to al Masjid Al Nabawy in Medina, the ministry of foreign affairs announced on Twitter on Thursday amid fears over the spread of the new coronavirus. CBC | World News
Read More »Tyson Fury lined up for £400m Saudi Arabia showdown with Anthony Joshua or Deontay Wilder
Tyson Fury could take his next bout to Saudi Arabia as they are prepared to host a £400m showdown with Anthony Joshua or Deontay Wilder. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
Read More »Yemen’s Houthis say they targeted Saudi airports and Aramco oil facilities in airstrikes
Yemen’s Houthi military spokesperson said on Friday the group had launched 26 rocket attacks in the past week against airports in southern Saudi Arabia, facilities belonging to oil giant Saudi Aramco and “two sensitive targets deep in” the kingdom. CBC | World News
Read More »Newcastle owner Mike Ashley in Saudi Arabia talks over £340m Magpies takeover
Newcastle owner Mike Ashley put the club up for sale in 2017. Daily Express :: Sport Feed
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