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Arab News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Thousands of Al-Ittihad fans flood Jeddah streets to celebrate Saudi Pro League triumph
JEDDAH: Jeddah turned into a sea of yellow and black on Monday night as thousands of Al-Ittihad fans poured onto the streets to celebrate their team's triumphant capture of the 2024–2025 Saudi Pro League title. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The win was the club's 15th top-flight crown. The celebrations erupted following a 1-0 victory over Damac in the final round at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, where 60,000 passionate fans created an electric atmosphere with four enormous tifos unfurled across the stands to salute the champions. The jubilant scenes stretched across the city, with supporters waving flags, chanting, setting off fireworks and honking car horns along the Jeddah Corniche. Many gathered at the Al-Ittihad Club premises and celebrated long into the night. The title marks a significant milestone for the historic club, whose fans have remained fiercely loyal throughout the season. To show their appreciation for the support, the club invited a number of dedicated supporters to take photos with the league trophy at the team's training ground. While fans had hoped to celebrate the achievement with players in an open-top bus parade, Al-Ittihad management announced the festivities would be postponed until after Friday night's King's Cup final against Al-Qadsiah, also set to take place in Jeddah. Club President Loay Mashabi, who oversaw Al-Ittihad's title victory in his first year in charge, expressed his emotions after the final whistle, saying: 'I don't know if I will ever experience a joy greater than this; making millions of fans happy is a responsibility I carry with pride.'
Saudi Gazette
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
Al Ittihad lift Saudi Pro League title in dazzling celebration at packed Jewel Stadium
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — In a historic night of celebration, Al Ittihad concluded their title-winning campaign in the Saudi Pro League with a 1-0 victory over Damac on Monday at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. The final matchday was more than a football fixture — it was a spectacle of unity, passion, and triumph. With four massive tifos unfurled across the stands, including the main banner reading "When we talk, we do," the crowd of over 60,000 created an electric atmosphere befitting champions. Dutch winger Steven Bergwijn netted the decisive goal in the 72nd minute, sealing Ittihad's 27th win of the season and lifting them to 83 points, ten clear at the top. Damac, meanwhile, ended the campaign 14th with 35 points. Following the final whistle, Saudi Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal presented the championship trophy to captain Karim Benzema, who led his teammates to the podium amid fireworks and deafening cheers. Earlier, club legend Ahmed Jamil carried the trophy onto the pitch to a roaring reception. Fans had queued outside the stadium hours before kickoff, eager to witness the moment their club officially reclaimed the league crown for the 14th time in its history — and for the third time in the Saudi Pro League era. Adding to the festivity, renowned singer Ahmed Saad performed a live concert on the pitch after the trophy presentation, capping off an unforgettable night. In a unique gesture of appreciation, Al Ittihad allowed a number of supporters to take photos with the trophy in the stands — a rare and emotional moment for a fanbase that stood by the club through highs and lows. Club president Loay Mashabi, who received a thunderous ovation, told SSC channel he was overwhelmed by the occasion: 'I don't know if I will ever experience a joy greater than this. Making millions of fans happy is a responsibility I carry with pride.' When asked about his future, Mashabi deferred: 'Right now, our focus is on the King's Cup final. After that, we'll see what comes next.'
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Nike awkwardly delete social media post after accidentally leaking Chelsea's new kit early
Chelsea are still to announce a front of shirt sponsor for next season NIKE had to swiftly delete a social media post that seemingly leaked Chelsea's new home kit for the 2025/26 season. The Blues are yet to officially announce what their new strip will look like for next season, but fans caught a quick glimpse of what to expect thanks to Nike's faux pas. 5 Nike accidentally leaked Chelsea's home kit for the upcoming season Credit: X 5 The shirt features a blue pattern and a white v-neck collar Credit: X Chelsea have already teased the announcement of their new kit on Instagram, suggesting the official reveal will take place on Friday. But Nike jumped the gun when they posted a photo of the shirt alongside the caption: "Recharged in electric blue. Trimmed in brilliant white. Worn with West London pride." The kit manufacturing Goliaths clearly realised their mistake and swiftly deleted the post soon afterwards. The new shirt keeps Chelsea's classic blue colour with a unique pattern and a flash of white detailing on a v-neck collar. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GROUND TO A HALT Championship club get deadline to leave stadium as future 'not guaranteed' Noticeably there is no sponsor on the shirt for next season yet as the Stamford Bridge club continue to look for a long-term front of shirt sponsor. The SW6 outfit announced last month that Emirati property giants Damac would be sponsoring their current kit until the end of the season after going most of the campaign without a sponsor. That partnership will also see the club work with Damac to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments in Dubai - but the property firm will still not be adorning the front of Chelsea's shirts next season. Chelsea have not signed a long-term shirt sponsorship deal with any company since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in West London. 5 Chelsea have partnered with Damac as their front of shirt sponsors until the end of the season Credit: Getty 5 The club will join forces with the Dubai-based property developers to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments on Dubai's beachfront Credit: YouTube / DAMAC Properties Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge The club are thought to be holding out for more lucrative offers when they secure a return to Champions League football - a huge lure for interested companies. Despite Nike's best efforts to get the kit out early, Chelsea fans will have to wait for the official announcement of their new kit. Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering price Meanwhile London rivals Arsenal today launched their new home kit for the upcoming campaign with kit providers Adidas. The Gunners, who are expected to wear the new threads against Newcastle United on Sunday, have unveiled a typically classy red and white shirt with an intricate detail depicting the font used in the club's old Victoria Concordia Crescit badge from the 1900s.
The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Nike awkwardly delete social media post after accidentally leaking Chelsea's new kit early
NIKE had to swiftly delete a social media post that seemingly leaked Chelsea's new home kit for the 2025/26 season. The Blues are yet to officially announce what their new strip will look like for next season, but fans caught a quick glimpse of what to expect thanks to Nike's faux pas. Advertisement 5 Nike accidentally leaked Chelsea's home kit for the upcoming season Credit: X 5 The shirt features a blue pattern and a white v-neck collar Credit: X But Nike jumped the gun when they posted a photo of the shirt alongside the caption: "Recharged in electric blue. Trimmed in brilliant white. Worn with West London pride." The kit manufacturing Goliaths clearly realised their mistake and swiftly deleted the post soon afterwards. The new shirt keeps Chelsea's classic blue colour with a unique pattern and a flash of white detailing on a v-neck collar. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Noticeably there is no sponsor on the shirt for next season yet as the Stamford Bridge club continue to look for a long-term front of shirt sponsor. The SW6 outfit announced last month that That partnership will also see the club work with Damac to Chelsea have not signed a long-term shirt sponsorship deal with any company since the arrival of Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive 5 Chelsea have partnered with Damac as their front of shirt sponsors until the end of the season Credit: Getty 5 The club will join forces with the Dubai-based property developers to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments on Dubai's beachfront Credit: YouTube / DAMAC Properties Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge The club are thought to be holding out for more lucrative offers when they secure a return to Champions League football - a huge lure for interested companies. Advertisement Despite Nike's best efforts to get the kit out early, Chelsea fans will have to wait for the official announcement of their new kit. Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering price Meanwhile London rivals The Gunners, who are expected to wear the new threads against 5 Arsenal have announced their home kit for the 2025/26 season Credit: Arsenal FC Advertisement
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Nike awkwardly delete social media post after accidentally leaking Chelsea's new kit early
NIKE had to swiftly delete a social media post that seemingly leaked Chelsea's new home kit for the 2025/26 season. The Blues are yet to officially announce what their new strip will look like for next season, but fans caught a quick glimpse of what to expect thanks to Nike 's faux pas. 5 5 Chelsea have already teased the announcement of their new kit on Instagram, suggesting the official reveal will take place on Friday. But Nike jumped the gun when they posted a photo of the shirt alongside the caption: "Recharged in electric blue. Trimmed in brilliant white. Worn with West London pride." The kit manufacturing Goliaths clearly realised their mistake and swiftly deleted the post soon afterwards. The new shirt keeps Chelsea's classic blue colour with a unique pattern and a flash of white detailing on a v-neck collar. Noticeably there is no sponsor on the shirt for next season yet as the Stamford Bridge club continue to look for a long-term front of shirt sponsor. The SW6 outfit announced last month that Emirati property giants Damac would be sponsoring their current kit until the end of the season after going most of the campaign without a sponsor. That partnership will also see the club work with Damac to build 1,400 luxury football-themed apartments in Dubai - but the property firm will still not be adorning the front of Chelsea's shirts next season. Chelsea have not signed a long-term shirt sponsorship deal with any company since the arrival of Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in West London. 5 5 The club are thought to be holding out for more lucrative offers when they secure a return to Champions League football - a huge lure for interested companies. Despite Nike's best efforts to get the kit out early, Chelsea fans will have to wait for the official announcement of their new kit. Arsenal reveal new home kit for 2025/26 season with major change to badge and eye-watering price Meanwhile London rivals Arsenal today launched their new home kit for the upcoming campaign with kit providers Adidas. The Gunners, who are expected to wear the new threads against Newcastle United on Sunday, have unveiled a typically classy red and white shirt with an intricate detail depicting the font used in the club's old Victoria Concordia Crescit badge from the 1900s.
