Kalidou Koulibaly

Monday, July 20, 2026

* The return of international goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais to protect the goal of Al-Zaeem is a successful step by the Al-Hilal administration. Al-Owais proved in the World Cup that he is Saudi Arabia's number one goalkeeper, and the Al-Hilal administration saw his return as necessary to be the first backup for world-class Yassine Bounou. Al-Owais's return to Al-Hilal resembles Al-Muaiouf's return years ago after moving to Al-Ahli; that return witnessed many titles and achievements, most notably the Asian championship.

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* Ten goals were scored in the World Cup third-place match between England and France, which ended with England winning 6-4. The lack of competitive motivation contributed to the high scoring rate, as the match was open and free from defensive caution and seriousness. Sports fans enjoyed a diverse festival of beautiful goals.

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* A golden opportunity was presented to Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney to make a notable appearance in the World Cup with his national team England against France, but he failed to capitalize on it. The coach was forced to substitute him after he failed to handle many balls and golden chances that came his way. This may be his last international opportunity with his national team, as he is over thirty years old.

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* The 6-0 defeat to England was a bad end for France coach Didier Deschamps, who left his position at the conclusion of the World Cup participation, after a 14-year career in which he won the 2018 World Cup.

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* What will the Al-Hilal coach and the new sports administration do with the absence of the defensive duo Koulibaly and Tambakti due to injury for at least four league rounds?! Will there be a move to bring in a big foreign defender and postpone the striker, while keeping the attacking duo Benzema and Nunez?! The coming days will reveal everything.

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* Spain coach De la Fuente warned the referee of the final match not to be lenient with the Argentina team, and strangely incited against the Tango team! La Fuente sought to influence the referee on the eve of the final match, hoping that might help his national team win.