Riyadh hosted the Saudi sports sector periodic conference, organized by the Ministry of Sport, to review developments in sports clubs, infrastructure, and the sports system while presenting statistics on support programs.
According to SPA, Thamer Basenbel, Deputy Minister of Sport for Sports Facilities, announced the completion of the renovation of Imam Mohammad bin Saud Islamic University Stadium, which has a capacity of over 25,000 people. He stated that King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh will be developed in two stages to meet FIFA standards for hosting the 2027 Asian Cup and the 2034 World Cup.
Abdulaziz Al-Musaad, Deputy Minister of Sport for Sports and Youth, noted that clubs implementing all criteria of the club support strategy can receive financial support of up to 120 million riyals. He also mentioned a 54 million riyal plan to increase commercial revenues for clubs.
Omar Batterjee, spokesperson for the Saudi Pro League, announced the new league season starts on August 13, 2026, and ends on May 29, 2027, with 306 matches. He added that league revenues increased by 115 percent over the last three years, with 82 percent of that distributed among clubs.
What updates were announced regarding sports stadiums in Riyadh? Thamer Basenbel, Deputy Minister of Sport for Sports Facilities, confirmed that the Imam Mohammad bin Saud Islamic University Stadium renovation is complete with a capacity exceeding 25,000 people. Additionally, the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh will undergo a two-stage development to align with FIFA standards, preparing the venue to host the 2034 World Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup.
What financial support is available for Saudi sports clubs? According to Abdulaziz Al-Musaad, Deputy Minister of Sport for Sports and Youth, clubs that implement all criteria of the club support strategy are eligible for financial support reaching approximately 120 million riyals. Furthermore, a specific plan valued at 54 million riyals has been implemented to help these clubs increase their commercial revenues.
What are the details for the upcoming Saudi Pro League season? Omar Batterjee, the Saudi Pro League spokesperson, stated the new season begins on August 13, 2026, and concludes on May 29, 2027, featuring a total of 306 matches. He also reported that league revenues grew by 115 percent over the previous three years, and 82 percent of these revenues are distributed to the clubs.