Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)

Saudi Arabia has officially been confirmed as the host of the FIFA World Cup 2034™️! #WelcomeToSaudi34 #Saudi34

The Green Falcons kick off their Arabian Gulf Cup campaign this evening in #Kuwait, facing #Bahrain in the Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium. Good luck to our team in their first match! 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia 🆚 Bahrain 🇧🇭 🖥 | @ssc_sports 🕒 | 8 : 30 pm KSA 🏟 | Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium 🏆 | 26th Gulf Cup #GreenFalcons

Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)’s President Yasser Almisehal and Trinidad and Tobago Football Association’s President Kieron Edwards have signed a Memorandum of Understanding following their meeting in #Riyadh, on the margin of the friendly match between the respective national teams. The agreement will allow implementation of initiatives around coach education, women’s football and friendly matches for youth national teams. Majed Al Sahib Hicham El Amrani Frédéric Nkeuna Shaun Fuentes Trinidad and Tobago Football Association Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) bids farewell to Monika Staab. Since she joined in August 2021, Staab’s time with SAFF has been filled with national successes and impactful contributions that have reshaped the landscape of women's football in Saudi Arabia. As head coach of the newly created Saudi Women’s National Team in 2021, Monika quickly became a catalyst for change with key initiatives. Under her leadership, SAFF launched pivotal programs such as the first Regional Women's League, the Women's National Football Championship and Saudi Women’s Premier League, and the development of our U17 and U20 national teams later as SAFF Women’s Technical Director. These efforts have not only nurtured talent across the nation but also led to the historic entry of the Saudi Women’s National Team into the FIFA rankings in March 2023. Monika's commitment to advancing women's sports has inspired countless young Saudi athletes to dream bigger and strive for excellence. Her legacy is one of empowerment and progress, paving a bright pathway for the future of women's football in the Kingdom. As she moves forward, the entire SAFF family extend its sincere gratitude for her pioneering spirit and dedication. Her legacy will continue to inspire and guide us.

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)'s men's national team will take part as a guest in the two upcoming editions of the CONCACAF Gold Cup set to take place in 2025 and 2027 respectively. The Green Falcons will then represent the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) at CONCACAF landmark competition just one year out from the FIFA World Cup 2026™️. The competition will be played in 14 stadia in 11 different cities in the United States of America and in Canada from June 14th to July 5th. The Gold Cup will provide the Senior National Team with experience in competitive tournaments along with CONCACAF Members Associations and is in line with SAFF’s mission - Growing Together - to help grow the game globally.

Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)’s President Yasser Almisehal and the Football Association of Thailand’s President Madame Nualphan Lamsam signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the sidelines of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in #Doha on December 18th 2024, in presence of SAFF Vice President Lamia Bahaian and #Thailand Ambassador to #Qatar, His Excellency Mr. Mr.Sira Swangsilpa. The partnership will allow further development of grassroots and women’s football as well as the organisation of friendly matches and training camps. Lamia Bahaian Majed Al Sahib Hicham El Amrani Frédéric Nkeuna Ekapol Polnavee

Saudi Pro League (SPL) and second tier referees from across Saudi Arabia were in #Dammam last week, for the latest debriefing workshop. Led by SAFF’s chairman of referees Manuel Navarro and director of referees Farkhad Abdullaev the workshop covered various on and off pitch subjects, including a review of match officiating between match days 7 and 13 of the Saudi Pro League. Discussion points included situations inside the penalty area, handball situations, tactical fouls, VAR, and topics for assistant referees. Referees also underwent fitness checks as part of their ongoing fitness programmes. As part of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)‘s ongoing collaborations with other Member Associations, four referees from #Argentina participated in the workshop, provided opportunities for shared learning and collaboration.

Saudi Arabia's Green Falcons emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Trinidad and Tobago, as they prepare for the Arabian Gulf Cup. Goals from Salah Al Shehri, Abdallah Al Hamdan and Nasser Al Dawsari gave Head Coach Herve Renard's side the victory at Al Shabab Club stadium on Tuesday. The Green Falcons will travel to #Kuwait for their first match against #Bahrain in the competition on Sunday 22 December. #GreenFalcons

Following a remarkable year for football in the Kingdom, the Saudi Arabian Women’s National Team closes out 2024 in their highest FIFA Women’s World Ranking position to date. Since the formation of the official women’s national senior team in 2021, the progress of women’s football in Saudi Arabia has gone from strength to strength. After receiving its first official ranking in March 2023, Head Coach Lluís Cortés Cava’ team end the year by climbing 8 ranking spots to placing the women’s team at 166th in the world, a milestone moment for the squad. The team has come a long way since their first ever match, a win against the #Seychelles in 2022. All the focus is now on building towards qualification matches for the 2026 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Asian Cup, with the journey beginning in June 2025. With more Saudi women and girls participating in football than ever before, our senior national team continues to help inspire progress in the game and beyond. Lamia Bahaian Majed Al Sahib Aalia Abdulaziz AlRasheed Shawg AlSaleh Lluís Cortés Cava Nasser LARGUET Hicham El Amrani Abeer AlSayari Frédéric Nkeuna

As the Kingdom celebrates the announcement of Saudi Arabia as the host of the FIFA World Cup 2034™️, fans from the Authority of People with Disability APD هيئة رعاية الأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة were given the opportunity to celebrate with their favorite players, Saudi international players Abdulelah Almalki and Ahmed Akkash, former Saudi National Team legend Yasser Al Qahtani along with top Saudi FIFA accredited referee Khalid Altrays. These celebrations offered an opportunity for these fans to come close to their favorite players and share memorable moment in the joyful atmosphere. #Saudi34 #WelcomeToSaudi34