News of saudi arabia

Gallardo agrees deal to coach Saudi side Al-Ittihad

15-11-2023 16:42 Former River Plate manager makes shock decision to join Saudi Arabian side; According to reports, contract lasting until June 2025 will make him one of the world’s top three best-paid coaches.

by James Grainger

Human Rights

Ex-ESMA recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Site

19-09-2023 13:10 Former clandestine detention, torture and extermination camp during era of state terrorism recognised as a World Heritage site by UNESCO.

Human Rights

Ex-ESMA in running to join UNESCO World Heritage list

15-09-2023 14:10 Ex-ESMA Navy Mechanics School, former clandestine detention centre under 1976-1983 military dictatorship and today a museum of memory, among a host of sites in running for United Nations recognition

FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY

Washington’s top Middle Eastern allies move closer to China

27-08-2023 09:45 Some of Washington's top Middle Eastern allies are moving closer into the orbit of China and Russia, further complicating geopolitics upended by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY

BRICS membership in doubt as opposition rejects move

24-08-2023 18:13 Presidential candidates Javier Milei and Patricia Bullrich indicate they would withdraw the approved application for BRICS membership, casting serious doubt over likelihood of nation joining group of emerging economies.

DIPLOMACY & FOREIGN POLICY

BRICS: meet the six new members

24-08-2023 17:03 The BRICS – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – have agreed to make Argentina, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates full members from January 1, 2024.

FOREIGN POLICY & DIPLOMACY

President confirms Argentina's 'historic' admission to BRICS

24-08-2023 11:15 Argentina to join bloc of emerging economies led by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, confirms Fernández. BRICS leaders also approve accession of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates and Iran.

Messi does Miami

Messi set for busy, hype-packed first week in Miami

13-07-2023 08:54 Lionel Messi's hopes of enjoying a quieter life in Florida for the final years of his career may prove to be wishful thinking

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi lands in Florida ahead of Inter Miami move

11-07-2023 17:59 Argentine star Lionel Messi landed in Florida on Tuesday ahead of putting the final touches on his move to US Major League Soccer club Inter Miami.

MESSI TO MIAMI

Inter Miami announce July 16 'The Unveil' event

08-07-2023 08:31 Lionel Messi's next club, Inter Miami, will a presentation event called 'The Unveil' on July 16 at its home stadium.

Football

Messi and Busquets not moving to Miami for a holiday, says Martino

29-06-2023 21:04 Newly appointed Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino says there is no question of Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets moving to South Florida to chill on South Beach.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Rocket man Messi ready to fire MLS lift-off

09-06-2023 14:54 Argentine superstar's impending move to Inter Miami will turbo-charge Major League Soccer's efforts of entering the mainstream.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Benefits of Miami as clear as day for Argentina's captain

09-06-2023 08:25 After years of putting his body on the line for both club and country at the top level, Messi now has the chance to extend his career and become, like Pelé, a sterling ambassador for the game stateside.

by Dan Edwards

ECONOMICS OF THE DEAL

'La Pulga' spurns US$400-million Saudi offer to join Beckham’s side

07-06-2023 21:47 Bringing Messi to the United States will have major repercussions for Miami and Major League Soccer, as the city gears up to be one of the World Cup’s host cities in 2026.

BLOOMBERG - OPINION

JP Spinetto: Why Lionel Messi chose Miami over Riyadh

07-06-2023 21:41 The football great’s move to the US makes a lot of sense professionally, personally and maybe even financially.

FOOTBALL TRANSFERS

Di María quits Juventus after just one season

07-06-2023 13:41 Argentina winger Ángel Di María has quit Juventus after one season, becoming a free agent amid claims he could be targeted by a club in Saudi Arabia.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Report: Al Hilal officials in Paris to seal Messi deal

05-06-2023 09:44 Saudi delegation plans to meet Messi's father and agent, Jorge, with the aiming of completing the signing as soon as possible.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi future decision drawing near with Barça return hopes fading

02-06-2023 09:55 With Lionel Messi's time at Paris Saint-Germain drawing to a close, the Argentine will soon reveal next move – but hopes of a romantic return to Barcelona are fading.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN

PSG coach confirms Lionel Messi is to play his 'last game' for club

01-06-2023 13:36 Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier said on Thursday he hopes fans will give Lionel Messi a cordial reception in his final game at the Parc des Princes.

FOOTBALL TRANSFERS

Barça will 'do everything possible' to sign Messi, says Laporta

15-05-2023 10:20 Barcelona president Joan Laporta reveals he has spoken with Messi to try and rebuild the relationship between them and wants to bring back Argentine skipper to the Camp Nou.

SKIPPER TO SAUDI?

Report: Messi's move to Saudi Arabia a 'done deal'

09-05-2023 09:18 Lionel Messi will play in Saudi Arabia next season after signing a "huge" deal with the nation's Public Investment Fund, a source close to the negotiations claims.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN

Apologetic Messi returns to training with PSG

08-05-2023 12:36 Argentina skipper returns to training with Paris Saint-Germain, six days after being dramatically suspended for taking an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN DISCIPLINED

Messi says 'sorry' for Saudi trip after PSG suspension

05-05-2023 13:38 Lionel Messi has apologised to his teammates and Paris St Germain after being disciplined for an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia.

LEO'S NEXT DESTINATION?

Barça, Saudi Arabia, Miami, Rosario.. where next for Lionel Messi?

03-05-2023 23:43 Argentina captain set to depart Paris St Germain when his contract expires at the end of June and the race for his signature is heating up.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

PSG set for Messi divorce after suspending superstar

03-05-2023 13:09 Reports claim Lionel Messi's father has informed Paris St Germain that Argentine superstar will leave French side at the end of the season.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN DISCIPLINED

Messi disciplined by PSG for unauthorised Saudi Arabia trip

02-05-2023 16:15 Lionel Messi has likely played one of his last games for Paris St Germain after the French side slapped the Argentina captain with a ban following an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia.

Food & energy

Argentina secures US$500-million Saudi investment on food, energy

14-04-2023 08:46 State-run Saudi fund putting money into food and energy projects in Argentina, though details few and far between.

WORLD POLITICS

Xi reboots statesman image in push to counter US on world stage

14-03-2023 12:41 Chinese premier is rebooting his image as a global statesman — and he’s already got a significant win under his belt.

Future of BRICS bloc

BRICS debates expansion as Iran, Saudi Arabia seek entry

15-02-2023 11:41 The proposal to expand BRICS will be one of the economic bloc’s main focuses this year, with Iran and Saudi Arabia among those who’ve formally asked to join.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Albiceleste back on track in World Cup roller coaster

02-12-2022 11:04 It has been a roller coaster ride for Argentina at the World Cup in Qatar, but after veering off the rails early on, the Albiceleste are firmly back on track.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Australia awaits as Scaloneta starts to thrive under pressure

01-12-2022 00:04 When the team is in trouble, Lionel Messi normally steps forward to come to the rescue and drag his nation out of a hold. But this is 2022, and even when the superstar has an off-day, some more unlikely figures are more than ready to play the hero.

by Dan Edwards

Qatar 2022 World Cup

'Another World Cup begins now,' warns skipper after Poland win

30-11-2022 18:30 Looking ahead to Saturday's clash with Australia in the last 16 of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, Argentina's skipper warns his teammates that "anyone can beat anyone" and to take things "one game at a time."

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Messi on brink as Albiceleste look to salvage World Cup

25-11-2022 08:06 Argentina's captain will have to lift himself – and his teammates – if Argentina are to beat Mexico on Saturday and keep their hopes of progressing alive.

WORLD CUP

'Don't cry for me Argentina': Brazil mock rivals' World Cup upset

23-11-2022 14:49 "Argentina" soon became the top trending topic on Twitter in Brazil — largely driven by mockery from the sort of fans who openly admit their second-favourite World Cup pleasure is seeing the Albiceleste lose.

WORLD CUP

'Our joy is one': Saudi World Cup win sparks rare Arab unity

23-11-2022 13:56 A caravan of Qatari cars, horns honking, paraded through the streets of Doha after the Saudis' famous 2-1 win over the South American champions, one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Argentina crash in World Cup debut against Saudi Arabia

22-11-2022 16:09 The Saudis' nerves and defensive organisation held, as did the rest and Argentina ended up lost in the desert.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Saudi king declares holiday after shock win over Argentina

22-11-2022 14:10 Saudi King Salman has declared a national holiday after the football team's stunning World Cup win on Tuesday over Argentina, state media reported.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Where do we go from here, then?

22-11-2022 13:28 Two more daunting fixtures loom in the shape of Mexico and Poland, and another defeat would spell the end of Argentina’s World Cup quest before it even really got started.

by Dan Edwards

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Lionel Messi: 'This is the time to stick together'

22-11-2022 13:10 Captain Lionel Messi admits Argentina's shock loss to Saudi Arabia was a "very heavy blow."

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Buenos Aires pauses for World Cup – and returns to life deflated

22-11-2022 11:54 Buenos Aires came to a halt on Tuesday to follow the Albiceleste’s debut match at the Qatar 2022 World Cup – but dreams soon turned to dismay for fans after Argentina’s 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Scaloni insists Argentina did not take Saudis lightly

22-11-2022 11:25 Despite suffering one of the big World Cup shocks, Argentina's coach is sure all is not lost with Group C matches against Mexico and Poland still to come.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Lautaro Martínez: Shock Saudi World Cup loss ‘hurts a lot’

22-11-2022 11:20 Argentina striker Lautaro Martínez lamented Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in the opening match of the World Cup in Qatar, admitting that "it hurts a lot."

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Saudi coach not dwelling on 'crazy' World Cup win over Argentina

22-11-2022 10:38 Saudi Arabia's French coach Herve Renard warned his players not to celebrate for too long after their "totally crazy" win and hinted that maybe the Albiceleste underestimated his team.

Qatar 2022 World Cup

Saudi shock: Argentina suffer 2-1 loss in World Cup opener

22-11-2022 09:20 National team loses World Cup opener in Doha; Argentina defeated 2-1 by tireless and organised Saudi Arabia side; Messi scores penalty but is unable to inspire Albiceleste to victory; Crunch matches against Mexico and Poland to come.