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Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Revealed: Jhon Duran's HUGE Al-Nassr earnings from just five months in Saudi Arabia as he 'agrees move' to Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce
Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is reportedly set to leave Al-Nassr on loan. The 21-year-old joined the Saudi Pro League club late in January, with Villa cashing in £64.5million for a player who had netted 20 goals in the previous 18 months. Duran, who has since scored 12 goals in 18 games for Al-Nassr, has now agreed to join Fenerbahce on a season-long loan, according to Foot Mercato. The French publication claims that Fenerbahce have agreed to offer Duran an enormous salary in excess of what Al-Nassr have been paying him. If that is true then Duran will likely be among the highest-paid players in European football next season. As reported by Capology, Duran signed a five-and-a-half year contract worth slightly more than £335,000 per week when he signed for Al Nassr in January. Duran has just completed his 21st week as an Al-Nassr player, meaning he is so far estimated to have earned well in excess of £7m in Riyadh. That is around four and a half times what he would have banked had he remained at Villa on his previous weekly wage in the region of £75,000. Duran played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo as Al-Nassr ended the 2024-25 season third in the Saudi Pro League, 13 points behind champions Al-Ittihad. Ronaldo's first Al-Nassr contract was due to expire at the end of this month, but he recently penned a new deal tying him to the club for a further two years. That deal is said to be worth a staggering £488,000 per day. Al-Nassr — backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which also owns Newcastle United — are one of the richest clubs in world football. Nevertheless, it has been suggested that Duran's move to Fenerbahce could be part of a cost-cutting exercise to help fund Ronaldo's remarkable new salary. Fenerbahce finished second in the Turkish Super Lig last season for the fourth year in a row. The Istanbul outfit have been managed by Jose Mourinho since last June when the former Chelsea, Man United and Real Madrid boss replaced Ismail Kartal. Duran will add firepower to an attack that scored 128 goals in 56 matches in Mourinho's first season.
Arab News
3 hours ago
- Arab News
Kingdom arrests 13,532 illegals in one week
Riyadh: Saudi authorities arrested 13,532 people in one week for breaching residency, work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. A total of 7,903 people were arrested for violations of residency laws, while 3,744 were held over illegal border crossing attempts, and a further 1,885 for labor-related issues. The report showed that among the 1,892 people arrested for trying to enter the Kingdom illegally, 67 percent were Ethiopian, 31 percent Yemeni, and 2 percent were of other nationalities. A further 34 people were caught trying to cross into neighboring countries, and 17 were held for involvement in transporting and harboring violators, the SPA reported. The Ministry of Interior said that anyone found to be facilitating illegal entry to the Kingdom, including providing transportation and shelter, could face imprisonment for a maximum of 15 years, a fine of up to SR1 million ($267,000), as well as confiscation of vehicles and property. Suspected violations can be reported on the toll-free number 911 in the Makkah and Riyadh regions, and 999 or 996 in other regions of the Kingdom.
Forbes
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
WWE Night Of Champions 2025 Match Card, Start Time And Most Likely Winners
Cody Rhodes must win the WWE King of the Ring finals to get another shot at John Cena. (Credit: ... More Scott Brinegar/WWE via Getty Images) WWE via Getty Images WWE Night of Champions 2025 takes place this Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and is the final stop on the road to SummerSlam. The latest WWE pay-per-view, or Premium Live Event, emanates from Kingdom Arena and features a rare match for John Cena as well as the finals of both the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. The event was an instant sellout and is expected to feature roughly 27,000 fans in attendance. WWE did not hold a Night of Champions event in 2024, instead holding an event titled "King and Queen of the Ring" in Jeddah last May. In 2023, the Night of Champions show was at the time WWE's most viewed event ever to be held in Saudi Arabia. The 2025 WWE Night of Champions will determine not one but two world title challengers for SummerSlam and could potentially feature the last-ever match between Cena and CM Punk. Forbes WWE Money In The Bank 2025 Results, Review And Match Ratings By Blake Oestriecher The 2025 WWE Night of Champions event features six matches, deviating from the recent trend of major events having just four or five bouts. Below is the full match card: WWE Championship Match: John Cena vs. CM Punk King of the Ring Tournament Finals: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Queen of the Ring Tournament Finals: Asuka vs. Jade Cargill WWE United States Championship Match: Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa Raquel Rodriguez vs. Rhea Ripley in a Street Fight Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross WWE had originally scheduled an Intercontinental title match between Dominik Mysterio and AJ Styles, but that match was removed due to an injury to Mysterio. Also, the winners of the King and Queen of the Ring Tournaments finals will challenge their specific brand's world champion, respectively, for the title at the first-ever two-night SummerSlam in August. WWE Night of Champions 2025 Start Time And Streaming Info WWE Night of Champions 2025 will air on Peacock in the Unites States at 1 pm EST/12 pm CST. The event is available on Netflix to non-US fans. The one-hour pre-show will begin one hour before the main card on WWE's official YouTube channel. WWE Night of Champions 2025 Favorites And Most Likely Winners In their 14 singles matches, John Cena and CM Punk have each won six matches while the other two bouts ended without a clear winner. In other words, Punk vs. Cena, potentially for the last time ever, should serve as the rubber match between the two. While Punk remains one of WWE's most beloved stars and Cena is struggling to be a convincing heel, it's difficult to envision Cena losing the WWE Championship roughly two months after his record-breaking 17th title win. WWE is clearly building toward a massive rematch for Cena (more on that later) while there isn't really any indication that Punk vs. either Rhodes or Orton is the direction for the near future. Punk can rebound from a loss, especially with Cena likely to win controversially in order to set up a blockbuster SummerSlam rematch. Likely Winner: John Cena WWE Queen of the Ring Tournament Final: Asuka vs. Jade Cargill Although Asuka just returned from a year-long absence and could be in line for a major push, Jade Cargill is clearly standing in the way. And she isn't moving either. Prior to Cargill's injury late last year, WWE reportedly had planned on making the polarizing star a world champion on the road to WrestleMania 41. While those plans may have been slightly delayed, they likely haven't been scrapped altogether. WWE is clearly going all in on a major singles push for Cargill, and it's just a matter of time. At WWE Night of Champions 2025, Cargill can take one step closer to her first singles title with a big win over Asuka, one that would allow Cargill to reignite her feud with Ms. Money in the Bank Naomi come SummerSlam. Likely Winner: Jade Cargill WWE King of the Ring Tournament Final: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton When the WWE King of the Ring brackets were first revealed, WWE fans could see where this was headed: Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena II. Rhodes vs. Orton is certainly a massive dream match, and with both stars so beloved that they shouldn't turn heel, it makes sense to book them in a competitive tournament finals match without having to move either star to the dark side. Given that WWE just billed Orton vs. Cena at Backlash as their final match ever, Orton doesn't figure to get another crack at 'The Champ.' No, WWE Night of Champions is all about Rhodes winning to get a second shot at Cena at SummerSlam. Likely Winner: Cody Rhodes WWE United States Championship Match: Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa As is the case with Jade Cargill, WWE is going all in on a monster push for Jacob Fatu, perhaps its fastest-rising babyface star. Solo Sikoa, a fine midcard heel but overall mediocre performer, isn't going to change that. Or is he? In the ideal situation, Fatu should get a significant push similar to what Gunther received as Intercontinental Champion, where his stellar reign as a midcard titleholder helped catapult him to the main event scene. Fatu just won the WWE United States Championship two months ago at WrestleMania 41, after all. Losing it to Sikoa would seemingly be too big of a step backward for a star WWE is pushing forward. Then again, maybe not. With potential new Bloodline member Hikuleo reportedly spotted in Saudi Arabia, expect the faction's latest addition to make his long awaited debut and help Sikoa defeat Fatu in controversial fashion. Likely Winner: Solo Sikoa Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross A late addition to the WWE Night of Champions card, Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross is highlighting two stars who have gotten mega over in completely different ways. Zayn has been one of the best booked babyfaces in all of WWE over the past few years while Kross, though a heel, is finally getting a shot on TV after a riveting post-WrestleMania promo that made him a cult favorite among WWE fans. While Kross would benefit greatly from a significant win over someone like Zayn, there's been little to suggest that he will actually get it. After all, Zayn is in the midst of a major character arc, one in which he's pursuing his first-ever world title win. Kross, meanwhile, barely gets on TV. This should be a surefire win for Zayn, and anything else would be a massive surprise. Likely Winner: Sami Zayn Street Fight: Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez Rhea Ripley remains one of WWE's most beloved stars, but her never-ending feud with members of The Judgment Day is beyond tiresome. While WWE is focusing a little more on Raquel Rodriguez with Liv Morgan injured, she's not portrayed to be anywhere near the same level as Ripley, who's always protected by WWE's booking. If this were a standard wrestling match, Ripley would be a shoo-in to win. That isn't the case, though. The Street Fight stipulation opens the door for Rodriguez's fellow Judgment Day members to help her win, which will keep Ripley looking strong even in defeat. Likely Winner: Raquel Rodriguez
Arabian Business
6 hours ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Riyadh Monopoly board game unveiled, showcasing Saudi capital's culture and landmarks
Riyadh Monopoly, a new edition of the world's most iconic board game, has officially been unveiled in the Saudi capital. The game was launched on June 26, 2025 at a high-profile event held at the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Conference Centre, attended by government, cultural, education and media leaders. The launch marks Riyadh's first-ever Monopoly edition, designed to reflect the capital's most recognisable landmarks, historic streets and visionary developments — from ancient quarters to cutting-edge urban hubs like KAFD. Riyadh Monopoly Mazroua Al-Mazroua, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer, at the King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC), said: 'Riyadh Monopoly reflects our goal of making big, strategic projects accessible and engaging to all ages. 'As the leading destination for international and local businesses in Saudi Arabia, we are creating new opportunities for the next generation to thrive. We want the new generation to recognise the names and places shaping their future. What better way than through play?'. With over 50 per cent of Riyadh's population under the age of 20, the game aims to bring families and young people together through competitive play — all while promoting awareness of Saudi Arabia's rich culture, modern transformation, and investment in youth empowerment. The Riyadh Monopoly edition is expected to appeal to both local families and international visitors, offering a dynamic introduction to the city through an interactive lens. Riyadh Monopoly will hit stores across Saudi Arabia in September 2025, and is expected to become a popular souvenir and educational tool — helping residents and tourists alike explore the city's transformation from historic capital to modern megacity. Among the iconic locations included in the board game's latest edition are: KAFD Financial Plaza Souk Al Zal Diplomatic Quarter King Fahd Road The Ritz-Carlton British International School
Forbes
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
WWE Night Of Champions Full Card - What Time Does It Start?
US wrestler John Cena holds his championship belt in the ring during a presentation on the eve of ... More his match for the undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on June 27, 2025. (Photo by Fayez Nureldine / AFP) (Photo by FAYEZ NURELDINE/AFP via Getty Images) The next WWE premium live event is here. Night of Champions is an old-school WWE event, but it has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's an answer to the most compelling questions about the 2025 version of is WWE Night of Champions 2025? The event takes place on Saturday, June 28. WWE kicked off the weekend with a special episode of Friday Night SmackDown, which saw the last layers of hype for the biggest matches on Saturday's card. In addition to the normal go-home content, we also saw a new Women's U.S. Champion crowned. Giulia knocked off Zelina Vega to win her first singles title on the main Time Does WWE Night of Champions 2025 Start? This show will begin a little earlier than most of WWE's premium live events. Night of Champions starts at 1 p.m. ET, with a preshow that begins at 11 a.m. is WWE Night of Champions 2025? The event takes place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. That explains the early start time and WWE kicking off the weekend with a larger episode of SmackDown than is the Full WWE Night of Champions 2025 Card? Undisputed WWE Championship Match (c) John Cena vs. CM Punk In case you missed it, Punk trolled Cena on Friday by coming to the ring dressed in one of his rival's old gimmicks, the Doctor of Thuganomics. He even had custom trons that read "Punk Life." Punk came to the ring and recited bars he likely wrote. It was purposely lame and cool all at the same time. King of the Ring Final Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton This match has a chance to steal the show. Rhodes could lose and turn heel—or vice versa. In any case, I'm betting that whatever happens in this match will lead to something serious in the fourth quarter of the of the Ring Final Jade Cargill vs. Asuka Is Asuka back for a significant run, or has she been chosen to put Cargill over? Quite honestly, I wouldn't have an issue either way. Asuka and Cargill would make excellent Queens of the Ring. My hope is that the two women have a strong States Championship Match (c) Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa Few in WWE are as over as Fatu. He seems destined to successfully defend his title. However, this match seems like a perfect spot for Solo's Bloodline to get a new or returning member. If that happens, the scene could be set for Fatu to drop the belt—though he'd likely regain it shortly. In any case, this match could be Fight Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez Let's hope Rhea and Raquel do their best Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest impersonations in this one. McIntyre and Priest had one of the best street fight matches I've ever seen at WrestleMania 41. While we haven't seen the same bitter build for this one, the ingredients are there for Ripley and Rodriguez to put on a Zayn vs. Karrion Kross Kross has his chance to shine in a match against one of the best workers in the industry. We'll see if he can take advantage of his moment.
