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Saudi Arabia sack Renard just two months before World Cup

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation have sent shockwaves through the football community by officially sacking head coach Herve Renard only two months before the 2026 World Cup. Following poor friendly results in March, a former Premier League player is now widely expected to replace the iconic Frenchman and steady the ship before the upcoming tournament.

Mexico v Saudi Arabia - Gold Cup 2025: Quarterfinal

Renard’s time is up… The World Cup now turns to the ‘Roshon’ duo to lead Saudi Arabia

The French manager is set to leave

Al-Khaleej responds: Will Donis coach Saudi Arabia at the World Cup?

Greek coach tipped to succeed Hervé Renard

The long-running debate appears to be reaching a conclusion: will Donis finally take the reins of the Saudi national team? Reports suggest that the Saudi Arabian Football Associati

Gulf leader settles the controversy In a decisive statement that has brought an immediate end to weeks of heated debate, the Gulf leader—whose word carries considerable weight across the region’s football landscape—has effectively closed the book on the controversy. The brief yet authoritative announcement, made in the leader’s trademark direct style, leaves little room for interpretation: the dispute is over, and all parties are expected to accept the ruling without further delay. While the specific details of the controversy have not been disclosed, sources close to the league confirm that the decision is final and will be enforced without exception. This swift resolution underscores the leader’s long-standing reputation for restoring order quickly and unequivocally, ensuring that the focus returns to on-field action rather than off-field wrangling. Clubs, fans, and media outlets alike are now urged to move forward in unity, confident that the matter has been laid to rest.

Frequently asked questions

: Almost nearing the age of 40, Cristiano Ronaldo is not quite the same dribbler that he was during his 20s, but he continues to find the back of the net at a consistently alarming rate by playing as an out and out striker.
: Cristiano Ronaldo was born in Funchal on the island of Madeira in Portugal.
: When you mention the No. 7 in football, it's impossible not to think of Cristiano Ronaldo. The former Sporting CP boy wonder continues to sport the No. 7 jersey even after making the switch to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr.
: Cristiano Ronaldo stands at 1.87m (6ft 2in). During his prime, his height wouldn't prove to be a hindrance as he was easily among the fastest players in the world.
: The all-time top scorer in football history currently weighs 83kg (183 lbs).
: Between 1992 and 1995, Cristiano Ronaldo played for Andorinha, where his father was a kit man. Then, he switched to Nacional and continued his development for two more years, before finally being signed by Sporting CP.
: Cristiano Ronaldo is a father to five children: Cristiano Jr, Mateo, Eva, Alana Martina, and Bella. The latter two were given by birth by his current partner Georgina Rodriguez.
: Cristiano Ronaldo is currently in a relationship with Argentine-born Spanish model and influencer Georgina Rodriguez and they have been together since 2016. While they haven't publicly declared that they are married to each other, Ronaldo certainly sparked rumours regarding their status by referring to Georgina as "his wife" in an Instagram collaboration with sports brand Whoop in August 2024.

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