It marks a remarkable story for a club who eight years ago were contesting the fourth tier of Saudi football.
With RSL “survival specialist” Noureddine Ben Zekri drafted in as manager, Al Kholood look for inspiration from 2022-23 RSL champion goalkeeper Marcelo Grohe, on-loan Real Betis attacking midfielder Alex Collado, and Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong.
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'We've achieved something extraordinary' - Saudi Arabia reach 2026 FIFA World Cup!
National team book place at football's showpiece with Iraq draw
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Renard banks on experience to seal Saudi Arabia's spot at FIFA World Cup
Win or draw against Iraq enough to book berth at 2026 finals
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INSIDE RSL: Al Ittihad v. Al Nassr Unseen Footage
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Al Riyadh star Bayesh leading Iraq's World Cup dream - against Saudi Arabia
Straight shootout in Jeddah for place at 2026 FIFA finals
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The Brazilian ballers bringing flicks, flair and fortitude to RSL
A host of Samba stars will light up league this season
