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Al Hilal vs Al Nassr Derby Brings More Viewerships Than Spain's El Clasico
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May 13, 2026
Hey hey hey, Smashi Sports Fam! 🌟⚽🏀🎾There are some developments in Saudi Arabia this week. Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr and Al Hilal are bringing in more eyes and breaking records.
Al Hilal vs Al Nassr Derby Brings More Viewerships Than Spain's El Clasico
Reports have shown that the Saudi derby has surpassed Spain’s El Clasico in viewership.
Official estimates have shown that the Saudi derby had around 400 million viewers, with over 1 billion social media views.
This shift is widely credited to Cristiano Ronaldo’s effect and popularity which grew the league.
Al Hilal Under Fire After Reports Reveal a $250M Payment to The Saudi Football Federation Referees Committee
Al Hilal have been under heavy attacks by the fans all season as fans claimed they were being favored by Saudi officials and have an unfair advantage in decisions.
These were just rumors until a recent report claimed the club made 3 separate payments to the refereeing committee.
Cristiano Ronaldo was also recently criticized by the league and punished throughout the season as he made gestures and hints towards corruption in the league.
Thibaut Courtois Wants to Join Al Qadsiah Next Season Amid Real Madrid Drama
Reports from Real Madrid are coming out that the goalkeeper is fed up with the locker room drama and trouble between management and players.
Courtois has been following the Saudi League for some time and is familiar with Al Qadsiah, and is interested in joining next season to help them become title contenders. Negotiations are still in the early stage.
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