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It’s not just Greg Norman: Saudis sign raft of Aussies in sport splurge

It’s not just Greg Norman: Saudis sign raft of Aussies in sport splurge

Pouring billions into golf, football and now the Olympics, the oil-rich Gulf state is pressing ahead with ambitious plans despite accusations of sportswashing.

  • by Chris Barrett

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Four reasons why the Socceroos can get past South Korea in Asian Cup quarter-final
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Four reasons why the Socceroos can get past South Korea in Asian Cup quarter-final

The Koreans will have just two days to prepare for the clash on Saturday morning after a gruelling 120-minute battle with Saudi Arabia. You might say it’s all coming up Arnie.

  • by Vince Rugari
Big-name stars have taken Saudi money, but fans aren’t buying it

Big-name stars have taken Saudi money, but fans aren’t buying it

No matter how much cash is thrown at getting top sportspeople on board in LIV Golf and the Saudi Pro League, the public is much more picky.

  • by Peter FitzSimons
Australia will not bid to host 2034 World Cup with Saudi Arabia firm favourites

Australia will not bid to host 2034 World Cup with Saudi Arabia firm favourites

Football Australia will instead focus on winning hosting rights to the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup and an expanded men’s 2029 Club World Cup.

  • by Emma Kemp
What are Australia’s chances of hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup?

What are Australia’s chances of hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup?

The deadline for Australia to bid on the upcoming World Cup is fast approaching.

  • by Emma Kemp
Socceroos star to rub shoulders with Ronaldo, Benzema in Saudi Arabia

Socceroos star to rub shoulders with Ronaldo, Benzema in Saudi Arabia

One of Australia’s stars at the World Cup, Craig Goodwin, is set to join the cavalcade of big names heading to Saudi Arabia – but another key Socceroo is facing a spell on the sideline.

  • by Vince Rugari
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‘They’re not going to stop’: First soccer and golf – will cricket be next for the Saudis?

‘They’re not going to stop’: First soccer and golf – will cricket be next for the Saudis?

Some call it sports washing, others call it image and reputation management. Whatever it is, Saudi Arabia’s multibillion-dollar spending spree isn’t likely to stop any time soon.

  • by Lucy Cormack
Why signing this footballer may be an own goal for mega-spending Saudis
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Why signing this footballer may be an own goal for mega-spending Saudis

What might happen if a Premier League star noted as an LGBTQIA+ advocate elected to remain true to his values playing for his new club in Saudi Arabia? Therein lies the opportunity.

  • by Darren Kane
First it was LIV Golf, now Saudi Arabia is staging a $32 billion football takeover

First it was LIV Golf, now Saudi Arabia is staging a $32 billion football takeover

The kingdom’s new government-sanctioned sporting target is the beautiful game – and Cristiano Ronaldo’s mega-deal with Al Nassr was just the start.

  • by Vince Rugari
Saudi Arabia, Japan loom large as Socceroos handed tough Asian Cup draw

Saudi Arabia, Japan loom large as Socceroos handed tough Asian Cup draw

Australia’s group at the Asian Cup has been revealed – and the terrors that await in the next phase of the tournament could be keeping coach Graham Arnold up at night.

  • by Vince Rugari
The $600 million man: Messi in talks over monster Saudi move

The $600 million man: Messi in talks over monster Saudi move

World Cup winner Lionel Messi could be on an AFC Champions League collision course with A-League clubs should he join old rival Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.

  • by Sam Wallace, Jason Burt, Tom Morgan and Mike McGrath

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