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The “Winter at Tantora” festival kicked off its fifth edition in AlUla on February 25, 2023, with wide participation from Saudi and Arab artists and creatives, as part of the Royal Commission for AlUla’s efforts to enhance the city’s status as a leading tourist and cultural destination.

The festival, running until March 11, features over 140 diverse events, including musical concerts, theatrical and artistic performances, creative workshops, and interactive activities for children and families. Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Governor of the Royal Commission for AlUla, emphasized that the festival aims to “highlight the unique cultural and natural heritage of the AlUla region and provide a platform for Saudi artists and creatives to express their talents and creativity.”

The opening ceremony featured a grand musical performance by the AlUla Symphony Orchestra and the Middle East Music Band, conducted by Spanish maestro Pablo Gonzalez. It also included spectacular fireworks displays and dazzling light shows on the historic rock facades of AlUla.

The Governor noted that the festival contributes to supporting the local economy and providing job opportunities for residents, with over 2,000 workers this year, the majority of whom are from AlUla.

Visitors can enjoy a wide range of cultural and entertainment experiences, including visits to famous archaeological sites like Madain Saleh and Al-Hijr, participation in workshops to learn traditional handicrafts, and attending documentary film screenings at the open-air cinema.

The “Winter at Tantora” festival is part of a series of events organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla throughout the year, aiming to achieve Saudi Vision 2030’s goals of diversifying the economy and enhancing Saudi Arabia’s status as a global tourist destination.

In a notable development in the Saudi Professional League, Serbian player Savić has emerged as one of the most prominent young talents, leaving a clear mark in the current season. Thanks to his outstanding performance and high technical skills, Savić has become the focus of attention for fans and critics alike.

A Journey Full of Challenges and Achievements
Savić began his football career in the youth ranks of Partizan Belgrade, where he displayed exceptional talent that attracted the attention of major European clubs. In 2022, he moved to the Saudi League through the doors of Al-Ittihad Club, signing a five-year contract worth 8 million euros.

Numbers That Speak for Themselves
Since joining Al-Ittihad, Savić has participated in 25 matches across all competitions, scoring 7 goals and providing 5 assists. His average match rating is 7.3 out of 10, making him one of the best Serbian players in the history of the Saudi League.

Words from the Coach and Fans
Al-Ittihad coach Nuno Santo said: “Savić is an exceptional player with high tactical intelligence and exceptional speed. He is a real addition to our team, and we aspire to help him further develop his level.”
Savić commented, saying: “I feel proud to play in the Saudi League, and I look forward to giving my best to make the fans happy and achieve titles with Al-Ittihad.”

A Promising Future
With his outstanding performance, Savić has become a target for several major European clubs, most notably Borussia Dortmund and Lyon. However, it seems that Al-Ittihad’s management is determined to retain his services for as long as possible, especially after extending his contract until 2027.

Conclusion
Undoubtedly, Savić represents a model for the ambitious young player who always seeks to develop and excel. Thanks to his talent and high professional ethics, it seems that his future in the world of football will be bright by all standards.

Sources:
– Al-Ittihad Club official website
– Saudi Professional League statistics
– Coach Nuno Santo’s statements in the press conference

Saudi entity, a closed joint-stock company operating in real estate development and investment, recorded operating losses of 494.9 million Saudi riyals in 2023, compared to losses of 17.1 million riyals in the previous year.

This was stated in the company’s annual report issued by the Saudi stock exchange “Tadawul,” which attributed the significant increase in losses to a decline in real estate sales and the recording of an impairment allowance on the company’s investments.

The report indicated that the company’s total revenues reached 147.6 million riyals in 2023, compared to 62.8 million riyals in 2022, an increase of 135%. The loss per share was 0.70 riyals, compared to a loss of 0.02 riyals in 2022.

The company’s CEO, Eng. Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Abdulkarim, said that “the financial results for 2023 reflect the impact of the economic challenges faced by the company, especially in light of the Corona pandemic and its repercussions on the real estate sector.”

Al-Abdulkarim added that the company is working to implement a strategic plan aimed at improving its financial performance and increasing its profitability in the coming period, noting that the company has a promising portfolio of real estate projects that will contribute to achieving its goals.

It is worth noting that Saudi Entity was established in 1976, and its headquarters is located in the city of Riyadh. The company is active in developing and managing commercial, residential, and industrial real estate projects, in addition to investing in securities and real estate.

في صفقة انتقال ضخمة هزت عالم كرة القدم، وقع النجم الفرنسي كريم بنزيما عقداً لمدة 3 سنوات مع نادي اتحاد جدة السعودي، قادماً من ريال مدريد الإسباني في صفقة تقدر بـ 200 مليون يورو سنوياً.
وقد أعرب بنزيما في تصريحات صحفية عن سعادته البالغة بالانضمام إلى الدوري السعودي، مؤكداً: “أنا متحمس جداً لهذه التجربة الجديدة في مسيرتي، وأتطلع لتقديم أفضل ما لدي مع اتحاد جدة”.
تأتي هذه الصفقة بعد مسيرة حافلة لبنزيما مع ريال مدريد استمرت 14 عاماً، حقق خلالها العديد من الألقاب والإنجازات الفردية والجماعية.
يذكر أن بنزيما البالغ من العمر 35 عاماً، هو هداف الدوري الإسباني برصيد 354 هدفاً، وقد فاز بجائزة الكرة الذهبية عام 2022.
من المتوقع أن يكون لانتقال بنزيما إلى الدوري السعودي تأثير كبير على مستوى المنافسة في المسابقة، حيث سينضم إلى قائمة طويلة من النجوم العالميين الذين انتقلوا مؤخراً للعب في السعودية.
يُعد بنزيما أحد أفضل المهاجمين في العالم خلال السنوات الأخيرة، ويأمل جمهور اتحاد جدة أن يقود الفريق لتحقيق المزيد من الألقاب المحلية والقارية في المواسم المقبلة.

في ليلة كروية تاريخية شهدتها العاصمة السعودية الرياض، قدّم فريق الهلال عرضاً هجومياً مذهلاً ليسحق جاره العنيد الاتحاد بسداسية نظيفة في المباراة التي جمعتهما على استاد الملك فهد الدولي، ضمن منافسات الجولة الثامنة من دوري روشن السعودي.
بداية قوية ونهاية حاسمة
لم ينتظر “الزعيم” الهلالي كثيراً ليفتتح التسجيل، حيث نجح نجم الفريق سالم الدوسري في ترجمة سيطرة فريقه المبكرة بهدف في الدقيقة 12، ليواصل الهلال ضغطه الهجومي ويضيف ثلاثية أخرى في الشوط الأول عبر الثنائي المتألق ميشيل دلغادو (هدفين) ومالكوم (هدف).
شوط ثانٍ أكثر إثارة
وفي الشوط الثاني، واصل الهلال تفوقه الكاسح، حيث أضاف الهدف الخامس عن طريق نجم الوسط موسى ماريغا في الدقيقة 60، قبل أن يختتم البديل عبد الرحمن العبود السداسية في الدقيقة 88 بتسديدة قوية سكنت شباك الحارس مارسيلو غروهي.
أرقام قياسية وإحصائيات مبهرة
– 6 أهداف سجّلها الهلال في مرمى الاتحاد، وهو أكبر عدد من الأهداف في تاريخ مواجهات الفريقين منذ عام 1976.
– 74% نسبة الاستحواذ لصالح الهلال طوال المباراة.
– 23 تسديدة على المرمى للهلال مقابل 6 فقط للاتحاد.
– 5 لاعبين مختلفين سجّلوا للهلال في هذه المباراة.
تصريحات المدربين بعد المباراة
جورجي جيسوس (مدرب الهلال): “قدّمنا مباراة مثالية من الناحية التكتيكية والفنية. اللاعبون نفّذوا خطتي بشكل رائع واستحقوا هذا الفوز الكبير. نحن سعداء بهذه النتيجة لكن تركيزنا يبقى على المباراة القادمة.”
نونو سانتو (مدرب الاتحاد): “الخسارة قاسية وثقيلة، لكنها جزء من كرة القدم. يجب أن نتعلم من أخطائنا ونعود أقوى في المباريات القادمة. الهلال فريق قوي ويستحق الفوز.”
تأثير النتيجة على ترتيب الدوري
بهذا الفوز العريض، رفع الهلال رصيده إلى 19 نقطة في المركز الثاني بجدول ترتيب دوري روشن، بفارق نقطتين فقط عن المتصدر النصر، بينما تجمّد رصيد الاتحاد عند 12 نقطة في المركز السابع.
خاتمة
مباراة الهلال والاتحاد ستُسجّل في تاريخ ديربي الرياض كواحدة من أكثر المباريات حسماً وإثارة، حيث قدّم الهلال درساً تكتيكياً وهجومياً للفرق المنافسة، فيما يواجه الاتحاد تحدياً كبيراً لإعادة ترتيب أوراقه قبل المواجهات المقبلة.
المصدر: الموقع الرسمي لدوري روشن السعودي

In an exceptional football night, Serbian player Marko Grujic led his Al-Ittihad team to a crucial victory in the eighth round of the Roshn Saudi League. He scored a decisive goal and assisted another, securing the win for his team.

The match, held at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, witnessed a standout performance from Grujic, who has become one of the top stars in the Saudi league since joining Al-Ittihad in the summer of 2023. The goal he scored was not ordinary; it came in the 78th minute, giving his team a 2-1 lead before his teammate added the third goal in the 90+3 minute.

Post-match statements
In the press conference after the match, Al-Ittihad coach Nuno Santo praised Grujic’s performance, saying: “Marko is an exceptional player who consistently delivers high levels and helps us a lot in midfield. Today, he played a great match and was decisive in the result.”

Grujic himself said in statements carried by SSC channel: “I’m very happy with the win and my contribution to it, but the most important thing is the three points. We work hard in every match to achieve our goals this season.”

Numbers speak about Grujic
– Grujic has scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists in 10 matches he has played with Al-Ittihad this season.
– His accurate passing rate is 87% in the league, making him one of the best midfielders in terms of accuracy.
– Al-Ittihad currently leads the Roshn League table with 22 points from 10 matches, 3 points ahead of Al-Nassr in second place.

History of Grujic’s brilliance
Since joining Al-Ittihad from Lokomotiv Moscow, Grujic has proven himself as one of the team’s most important players. Last season, he contributed to leading the “Dean” to finishing second in the league and runner-up in the King’s Cup.

The 28-year-old Serbian had previously played in the Italian league with Fiorentina and the Spanish league with Sevilla, before moving to Russia and then Saudi Arabia.

Conclusion
With Grujic’s continued brilliance, Al-Ittihad appears to be a strong contender for the Roshn League title this season. His ability to combine individual skill and teamwork makes him an indispensable player in coach Nuno Santo’s lineup. The coming days will reveal whether Gruj