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Ronaldo Nears Final Season, Hamza Scores Again For Barcelona And Watkins Gives Al Hilal Green Light
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August 17, 2026
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From Ronaldo’s possible final season to Hamza Abdelkarim’s Barcelona rise and Al Hilal’s striker search, there’s plenty happening across regional sport. Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026/27 season will “probably” be his last, Hamza Abdelkarim has scored again for Barcelona in preseason, and Ollie Watkins has reportedly given the green light to an Al Hilal move.
Ronaldo Says 2026/27 Will Probably Be His Last Season
What Is It About
Cristiano Ronaldo has said the 2026/27 season will “probably” be his last in professional football. The 41-year-old enters what could be his final campaign with Al Nassr sitting on 976 career goals, just 24 away from reaching 1,000.
Why It Matters
Ronaldo’s career has spanned Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al Nassr. Along the way, he has won five Ballon d’Or awards, five Champions League titles and Euro 2016 with Portugal.
What’s Next
Al Nassr will compete domestically and in Asian continental football this season, with Ronaldo still chasing another major milestone. He also became the first player to score at six different World Cups in 2026, adding another record to what could be his final year.
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Hamza Abdelkarim Scores Again For Barcelona
What Is It About
Hamza Abdelkarim needed just four minutes to make his mark again for Barcelona. The 18-year-old Egyptian came off the bench and scored in Barça’s 5-2 preseason win over Basel, following his brace against Birmingham City earlier this summer.
Why It Matters
Hamza has gone from Al Ahly to becoming Barcelona’s first Egyptian player, and he is now up to three first-team preseason goals. His latest goal adds to a strong summer as he continues getting opportunities with Hansi Flick’s squad.
What’s Next
Barcelona’s next test could bring a special storyline, with Hamza potentially facing Al Ahly in the Joan Gamper Trophy. For now, he continues to strengthen his case during preseason.
Ollie Watkins Gives Green Light To Al Hilal Move
What Is It About
Ollie Watkins has reportedly given the green light to a move to Al Hilal, with the Saudi club now in contact with Aston Villa. The England forward has emerged as a major option as Al Hilal continue assessing their striker plans before the transfer window closes.
Why It Matters
The development comes amid uncertainty around Karim Benzema’s future at Al Hilal, although sources close to the French striker reportedly maintain that he intends to stay. Al Hilal are also still keeping Victor Osimhen as their dream striker target.
What’s Next
Al Hilal have pursued Galatasaray and Nigeria striker Osimhen before, but a deal has proven difficult. For now, Watkins is open to the move, Benzema’s situation remains unresolved, and Al Hilal’s striker search is still developing.
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