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Business Recorder
4 days ago
- Business Recorder
Four people injured in Liverpool parade crash ‘very, very ill,' mayor says
LIVERPOOL: Four people were 'very, very ill in hospital' after a car ploughed into a crowd of Liverpool fans during a Premier League title parade, the city's mayor said on Tuesday, adding that he hoped they would 'pull through.' British police believe the incident, in a packed Liverpool city centre on Monday, was isolated and not an act of terrorism, but have not said why or how a man was able to drive at crowds celebrating in the streets on Monday evening. Videos posted online showed a grey people-carrier driving through a crowded street that was closed to cars, sending several flying into the air and dragging at least four under its wheels. Mohamed Salah: Talks with Saudi League officials were serious When the car stopped, angry fans converged on it and began smashing the windows as police officers battled to prevent them from reaching the driver. Police said late on Monday that 20 people were treated at the scene and 27 were taken to hospital, including children. Liverpool City Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram told the BBC there were 'still four people who are very, very ill in hospital'. 'We are hoping of course that they pull through'. With most people off work for the Spring Bank Holiday, officials estimated that around one million people descended on the 10-mile parade route to watch the Liverpool team and its staff travel through the city centre on an open-top bus with the Premier League trophy. Liverpool last won the league during the COVID pandemic when celebrations were not permitted due to lockdowns. Police said the car hit the spectators as the event was winding down. In the aftermath, a Reuters photographer saw emergency services carrying victims on stretchers and in their arms to nearby ambulances. Police were unusually quick to provide a description of the man they arrested, saying around two hours after the incident that they had arrested a '53-year-old white British man from the Liverpool area.' Former police officers and local politicians said that statement was needed to cool social media speculation that the episode was an Islamist attack. 'That was one of my first concerns, that we needed to get the story out quickly,' mayor Rotheram told the BBC. 'If there's a vacuum, we know there are some elements that will try to inflame the situation and to create that speculation and to put misinformation out there.' The same police force oversaw the response to the murder of three young girls in the nearby town of Southport last year, an incident which sparked days of rioting, fuelled initially by speculation online over the identity of the attacker. Prime Minister Keir Starmer thanked the emergency services for their swift response, saying: 'Everyone, especially children, should be able to celebrate their heroes without this horror'.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks barriers with 800 goals in club football
Image Source: Getty Cristiano Ronaldo shocked the football world by becoming the first player to score 800 club goals despite being 40 years old! He added another one in Al-Nassr's 3-2 loss to Al-Fateh in the Saudi Pro League recently. Despite the defeat, this is a big deal. Fans are wondering what else is left for him to achieve in this lifetime. Cristiano Ronaldo's historic 800-goal milestone Cristiano Ronaldo reached 800 club goals in Al-Nassr's last Saudi Pro League game against Al-Fateh on May 26, 2025. Despite the 3-2 loss, he scored a goal. He scored 5 for Sporting CP, 145 for Manchester United, 450 for Real Madrid, 101 for Juventus, and 99 for Al-Nassr. Messi has 753 goals, but is still behind him. At 40, Ronaldo is scoring well. He won the Saudi League top scorer award again with 25 goals this season after 35 last season. But Al-Nassr finished 3rd, 13 points behind Al-Ittihad and missed the AFC Champions League. This made Ronaldo's significant achievement feel less happy. His remarkable career keeps inspiring fans and proves he's one of the greatest footballers ever. Fans can't wait to see what he does next. His contract is about to expire next month, and his fans are still unsure about his next venture. Will he feature in the much-anticipated FIFA Club World Cup? We have to wait. Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo's biological age revealed: Could he extend his career to 50? Cristiano Ronaldo's record-breaking journey continues Ronaldo's 800 club goals show he's the best footballer, with no one matching his record. His goals at five clubs, including 450 at Real Madrid, prove his incredible talent. Even Lionel Messi, with 753 goals, hasn't reached this level. Ronaldo has won the Saudi League top scorer award again, earning it after scoring 25 goals in 2022-23 and 35 goals in the previous season. Although his team lost to Al-Fateh and did not get into the AFC Champions League, Ronaldo still has incredible energy at 40. He's now aiming for 1,000 career goals, needing just 66 more. His X post after the game, saying, "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all,' hints he might leave Al-Nassr as his contract ends in June 2025. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
😳 'This chapter is over', posts CR7 after Al-Nassr disappointment
😳 'This chapter is over', posts CR7 after Al-Nassr disappointment This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. At 40 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo has left doubts about his stay at Al-Nassr after his current team was effectively eliminated from the next Asian Champions League. Advertisement "This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all", wrote the Portuguese number 7 after the defeat to Al-Fateh on Monday (26). Reversal and... FRUSTRATION Al-Nassr would only play to fulfill the schedule in the last round of the Saudi League. But returned to the fight before the final round after the Disciplinary Committee of the league penalized Al-Orobah for the irregular lineup of goalkeeper Rafi Al Ruawaili in the 2-1 victory over Al-Nassr in the 23rd round. The decision resulted in the early relegation of Al-Orobah, which lost the three points and saw them transferred to CR7 & Co. Advertisement Al-Nassr needed a win over Al-Fateh and hoped for a slip-up by Al-Hilal against Al-Qadisiya. Beyond not doing their part, they saw Mitrovic and Milinkovic-Savic secure the 2-0 win over the team of Aubameyang who only thinks about the King's Cup decision against Al-Ittihad. Al-Ittihad, who was already the champion, closed the Saudi Pro League with 83 points. The second spot for the Champions League went to Al-Hilal, who was the runner-up with 75. CR7, Mané, and Bento's team scored 70. There would be three spots for the Champions League via Saudi Arabia, but one went to Al-Ahli, who won this year's edition and finished the league in fifth place. Will he stay at Al-Nassr? Cristiano Ronaldo has a contract only until June 30. Advertisement The renewal was already seen as almost certain, but has become a doubt in several newspapers. The certainty is that Fifa wants to have the star in the Club World Cup. The president of the entity spoke about a possible negotiation involving the Portuguese star. Many goals and... a single trophy Cristiano Ronaldo arrived at Al-Nassr in January 2023 after a turbulent passage to Manchester United. He has 99 goals and 19 assists in 111 games. He celebrated a single title: the Arab Champions Cup, which has less weight, still in 2023. He was the top scorer in the last edition of the Saudi League - the first complete one he played - with 35 goals. Advertisement And won the same position in 2024/2025, scoring 25 times. He has 936 goals in his career in his race for the thousandth. 📸 Yasser Bakhsh - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
🤯 Cristiano Ronaldo is Fifa's dream for Club World Cup, here's why
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. FIFA would have Cristiano Ronaldo as a "trump card" to boost the ticket sales of the Super Club World Cup, which already features Lionel Messi. The situation of the Portuguese star at Al-Nassr is closely monitored by the entity, which would like to have CR7 playing for a team that will compete in the tournament starting on June 14 in the United States. This is highlighted by the investigation of Ryan Mitchell, from Marca. Al-Nassr has been collecting frustrations in recent weeks. This is what gives such "hope" to FIFA. The defeat to Benzema's Al-Ittihad last Wednesday (7) left the team 11 points behind the rival - who is the leader - with 12 points left to play for in the Saudi League. 📸 FAYEZ NURELDINE - AFP or licensors A result that came after the surprising fall in the Asian Champions semi-finals to Japan's Kawasaki Frontale - who would be runner-up to Firmino's Al-Ahli. The risk of ending the season without a spot in the next Asian Champions is real, something that could change the renewal plans. At this moment, Al-Nassr is the fourth place in the Saudi Pro League with 60 points. Al-Ittihad (71), Al-Hilal (65) and Al-Ahli (61) are taking the three spots. There is also Aubameyang's Al-Qadsiah in the competition (59). See the complete classification and remaining games here. At 40 years old, CR7 had very advanced talks to extend his contract for two more seasons - until June 2027. The current one will end on June 30. Something that is no longer seen as something "lined up", as highlighted by As last week. Al-Nassr's 2024/2025 also had a runner-up in the Saudi Super Cup and a fall in the round of 16 of the Saudi King's Cup. Remember that FIFA has created a window for signings for the World Cup. Which will open on June 1 and goes until the 10th of the same month. Will we have Robozão and Messi competing in the same tournament? 📸 Yasser Bakhsh - 2025 Getty Images
Campaign ME
05-05-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Playing for legacy: Building brands through sports in KSA
Sports have long been an integral part of Saudi Arabia's social and cultural fabric. From neighbourhood streets and schoolyards, where informal matches once fostered a spirit of camaraderie, the country's sporting landscape has evolved into a dynamic, structured ecosystem. Fuelled by widespread public enthusiasm and a clear national vision for talent and infrastructure development, sports today are no longer a recreational afterthought – they are a central pillar of Vision 2030, uniting communities, shaping identity and signaling a confident path to the future. In daily life across the Kingdom, sports pulse with meaning. They bring people together, energise public spaces and transform ordinary moments into celebrations of pride. From football and basketball to equestrian sports and racing, athletic experiences spark emotional connections that linger well beyond the final whistle. Whether through casual neighbourhood games or international tournaments, the rhythm of sports has become deeply embedded in the nation's collective heartbeat. Naturally, this rise in prominence has transformed the role of sports in marketing. No longer limited to logos and banners, sports have become a cultural catalyst – redefining how people relate to brands, how they express belonging and how lasting impressions are formed. Building brands through sports This shift demands a purposeful approach, one that emphasises authenticity, cultural relevance and sustained engagement as cornerstones of meaningful brand impact. ROSHN Group recognised early on that sports could serve as a powerful bridge between our brand and the communities we serve. This conviction led us to invest not only in events, but in experiences that leave a mark. From becoming the title partner of the ROSHN Saudi League – the Kingdom's premier football competition – to aligning with milestone moments such as Formula One in Jeddah, LIV Golf tournaments in KAEC and Riyadh, the Riyadh Marathon, coastal rowing events in Jeddah and inclusive sports initiatives supporting athletes with disabilities, our presence has been intentional. We chose to be visible and engaged in places where passion lives – often before the global spotlight arrived – because we believed in their potential from the start. Today, that belief continues to reward us with long-term relevance and a brand identity rooted in the nation's energy. Globally, sports have proven to be one of the most powerful platforms for audience engagement. Across markets, brands are turning to sports not just to amplify their visibility, but to shape public perception and inspire emotional loyalty. In Saudi Arabia, the momentum around sports marketing is accelerating, with organisations increasingly recognising the scale, emotion and cultural significance sports can mobilise. As spending on sports activations reaches new highs, marketers must approach the space with clarity and conviction. Visibility alone is no longer enough – what matters is how purposefully a brand aligns with audience values, how intuitively it understands the tempo of the sport and how effectively it delivers substance over spectacle. Entering the sports space without a clear strategy is a fast track to irrelevance. One-off appearances fade quickly in an arena built on consistency, trust and emotional resonance. Every partnership must begin with a forward-looking plan rooted in a deep understanding of the sport, its culture and its audience. This philosophy is evident in our ongoing partnership with the Saudi League, where our involvement extends far beyond matchdays. Throughout the season, we create tailored experiences designed to strengthen brand affinity, elevate community interaction and contribute to quality of life. In Saudi Arabia, brand recognition is not taken for granted – it is earned. Audiences look beyond the surface and expect brands to deliver genuine value and purpose. It's no longer about placing a logo at a venue; it's about demonstrating why your presence matters. During our partnership with LIV Golf, we curated a family-centred experience where children engaged with a custom putting course while parents explored our developments through immersive digital features. It was the right time to translate brand identity into shared experience. Without meaningful interaction, even the strongest brand can fade into the background. While global tournaments and star athletes dominate the headlines, long-term impact begins at the grass roots. Brands looking to contribute meaningfully must support the spaces where ambition takes root and talent is nurtured. ROSHN Group focuses on everyday moments that shape tomorrow. We organise football and volleyball tournaments within our SEDRA community in Riyadh – not for the cameras, but for the people. These events may not make international headlines, but for the youth who participate, they offer recognition, encouragement and a sense of belonging. As part of this community-driven approach, we also formed internal sports teams representing our major development projects. These teams, made up of employees from across the company, began their journey on the very fields we've developed in SEDRA. It's a simple yet powerful expression of how we live our values – from the inside out. This initiative fosters a culture of wellness, teamwork and authentic engagement, creating stronger connections between our people and the communities we serve. Loyalty is built through presence, not promotion. And in Saudi Arabia's landscape today, sports are no longer moments – they are movements. For brands, sports offers a dynamic arena to earn trust, express relevance and leave a legacy. ROSHN made the deliberate decision to engage with purpose and consistency. What emerged is a brand shaped not by advertising – but by experience. By Ghada Alrumayan, Group Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, ROSHN Group
