Saudi sports news bulletin for Tuesday, May 26, 2026. We review the top events: the Saudi national team’s arrival in New York in preparation for the World Cup, the emotional farewell message from coach Yaissle to Al-Ahli fans, and Al-Ahli’s preparations for the new season between Austria and Portugal.
🇸🇦 Saudi National Team Arrives in New York — First Training Session
The delegation of the Saudi national team arrived in New York City, USA, coming from Riyadh, to establish the first phase of the preparatory camp as part of the fourth and final stage of the Green Falcons’ preparation program for participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The camp will continue in New York until May 31, featuring a friendly match against the Ecuador national team on Saturday, May 30, at “Red Bull Arena” in Harrison, New Jersey.
The delegation was received at John F. Kennedy International Airport in the presence of the Consul General in New York, Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Hamdan, and his deputy, Abdullah Al-Fawzan. The President of the Saudi Football Federation, Yasser Al-Misehal, expressed his gratitude to the consulate for the warm reception. The Green Falcons will launch their training program this evening on the fields of the New York City FC training center.
🔴 Yaissle Bids Farewell to Al-Ahli Fans with a Touching Message
German coach Matthias Yaissle sent an emotional farewell message to the fans of Al-Ahli Club at the end of the season via his Instagram account. He stated that the fans were present “from the streets to the stands,” and their support created faith within the team and contributed to achieving remarkable accomplishments during the season.
Yaissle added that the pressures were significant due to high expectations, but they served as a motivation for the players and the technical staff to achieve successes. He concluded his message by thanking Al-Ahli fans for their support throughout the journey.
⚽ Al-Ahli Prepares in Austria and Portugal for the New Season
Sources revealed that Al-Ahli Club will hold its external preparatory camp for the new season in Austria and Portugal as part of its preparations for local and continental competitions.
The camp will include friendly matches against European teams. Al-Ahli is preparing to participate in:
- Saudi Roshn League
- Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Cup
- Saudi Super Cup
- AFC Champions League Elite
- FIFA Club World Cup
🔥 Kenneys Scores in the League, Al-Khalood President Jokes: “He’s Become My Nightmare”
Al-Khalood Club president Ben Harborg made a humorous comment after the announcement of the contract renewal of Colombian striker Julian Kenneys with Al-Qadsiah. He joked, “Thank you for extending Kenneys’ contract to ensure he remains my nightmare for the rest of my life” — referring to his stellar performance this season as he topped the Saudi Roshn League scorers’ list.
📊 Schedule of Today’s Top Saudi Sports Events
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Saudi National Team | Arrival in New York — First training at NY |
| Friendly Match | Saudi Arabia × Ecuador — May 30 |
| Al-Ahli — Yassine | An emotional farewell message to the fans of Al-Raqi |
| Al-Ahli — Camp | Preparations for the new season in Austria and Portugal |
| Cionek | League top scorer — Renews contract with Al-Qadsiah |
| Al-Ahli — Games | Study to cancel other games and focus on football |
💬 FAQ
When is the Saudi Arabia vs. Ecuador friendly match?
Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Harrison, New Jersey, USA.
Has Yassine left Al-Ahli for good?
Yassine sent a farewell message at the end of the season, which seems to be a message of thanks and gratitude to the fans at the end of the season, but his future with the team has not been officially decided yet.
Who is the top scorer of the Saudi Roshan League this season?
Colombian striker Julian Cionek (Al-Qadsiah) topped the scorers’ list this season.
