The Smashi Sports Show

HEADLINES: • Morocco Exit World Cup After Mbappé Leads France To Semi-Finals  • Al Kholood Sign Coba Da Costa As Ben Harburg’s Saudi Project Grows  • Liverpool Eye Egypt’s Haissem Hassan As Salah Replacement

HEADLINES: • Egypt FA has filed official complaint with FIFA  • Morocco face France today, the last Arab team remaining in the tournament  • UAE’s Rashid Al Dhaheri has extended his lead in the FIA Formula Regional European Championship 

HEADLINES: • Egypt left heartbroken after a controversial 3-2 defeat against Argentina  • Morocco prepares for a historic World Cup rematch against tournament favorites France

HEADLINES: • Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup Career Ends After Portugal’s Spain Defeat  • Morocco Make History As Arab World Cup Record Breakers  • Dubai’s Al Ittifaq Sign Former Italy Midfielder Daniele Baselli  • Al Ahli Move For Trincão After Riyad Mahrez Exit

HEADLINES: • Egypt Beat Australia As Salah’s 2030 Future Talk Begins  • Morocco Reach Quarter-Finals But Saibari Injury Raises Concern • Ange Postecoglou Joins Ronaldo’s Al Nassr After Jorge Jesus Exit • Mahrez Leaves Al Ahli Days After Algeria Farewell

HEADLINES: • Algeria Knocked Out As Switzerland Win First World Cup Knockout Tie In 88 Years  • Riyad Mahrez Retires From Algeria After World Cup Exit  • Canada Coach Says Preparing For Morocco Is “Like A Nightmare”  • Mohamed Salah Injury Doubt Ahead Of Egypt’s Australia Clash

HEADLINES: • Morocco’s Ismael Saibari Signs For Bayern Munich After World Cup Heroics  • Palm City FC Take Their UAE Football Project On A European Talent Hunt  • Emirati Official Mohamed Abid Khadem Continues UAE Refereeing Presence At The World Cup  • UAE Pro League Season Draw Takes Place Today In Abu Dhabi

HEADLINES: • Mohamed Salah Becomes A Free Agent After Liverpool Exit Agreement  • Sami Zayn Wins WWE World Title In Riyadh And Calls It Closest Thing To Home  • UAE’s Al Nasr Add Romanian Midfielder Marius Marin As Part Of Squad Rebuild  • Australia Add Extra Fire To Egypt Clash With “Score To Settle” Comments 

HEADLINES: • Morocco Stun The Netherlands On Penalties After Stoppage-Time Comeback And Reach The Round Of 16 • Saudi Football Faces Major Fallout As Yasser Al-Misehal Resigns And Salem Al-Dawsari’s Future Comes Into Question • Egypt’s Mostafa Shobeir Earns Global Recognition After Being Named In WhoScored’s World Cup Group Stage Best XI

This episode of The Smashi Sports Show explores the massive global shift in football as the Saudi Derby overtakes El Clásico in viewership. We also look at Ben Harburg’s frugal strategy for Al Kholood’s success and the heated controversy surrounding Ali Al Bulayhi’s potential season-ending suspension at Al Shabab.

With the 2026 World Cup just days away, The Smashi Sports Show breaks down the massive psychological storylines shaping the tournament. We dive into Bruno Fernandes’ ultimate vow to carry Cristiano Ronaldo to global glory, Issa Diop’s symbolic jersey identity shift inside the Morocco camp, and a brutal reality check from Qatar's captain, Hassan Al-Haydos, ahead of their uphill battle in North Amer...

In this episode of The Smashi Sports Show, we break down why 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo just faced a surprise doping test after a masterclass against Al Ahli, the civil war brewing in Algeria over Yacine Adli’s World Cup "Plan B," and the 19-year-old Bayern Munich star, Jussef Nasrawe, who is set to make history for Iraq in 2026.

In this episode, we break down Al-Ahli’s historic back-to-back AFC Champions League Elite titles after their gritty 1-0 win over Machida Zelvia. We also look at the devastating news for Liverpool and Egypt fans as Mohamed Salah faces a race against time to recover from a hamstring tear before the World Cup. Finally, we discuss the rising tensions in the U.S. and the potential political fallout tha...

In this high-stakes episode of The Smashi Sports Show, we explore the bombshell report that the USA is eyeing Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. for their 2026 World Cup squad. We also break down the tension at Al Nassr after a heavy training ground clash between Sadio Mane and CR7, and celebrate Ivan Toney’s historic run as he fires Al Ahli into their second consecutive AFC Champions League final.

This week on The Smashi Sports Show, we explore a potential bombshell retirement from Cristiano Ronaldo as Al Nassr nears a historic title, David Luiz’s shocking link to the Iraq Stars League, and Andrea Pirlo’s masterclass in the UAE.

In this episode of The Smashi Sports Show, we break down the incredible turnaround at UAE's Al Ittifaq under Paolo Montero and Mario Balotelli. We also look at the rising European interest in Zamalek’s defensive star Hossam Abdelmaguid, and explore the high-stakes drama surrounding FIFA’s contingency plan to potentially replace Iran with Italy for the 2026 World Cup.

In this episode of The Smashi Sports Podcast, we dive into the shocking comparison made by Spain coach Luis de la Fuente, who sees shades of Lionel Messi in Ceramica Cleopatra’s Islam Issa. However, the excitement is overshadowed by a dark night in the stands as racist chants mar the Egypt vs. Spain clash. Finally, we break down the tense scene at the UEFA U-21 qualifiers where Bosnia players brok...

In this episode of Smashi Sports, we dive into Everton's potential summer move for Saud Abdulhamid, Ivan Toney’s sensational hat trick that puts him ahead of Ronaldo in the Golden Boot race, and Liverpool's Kareem Ahmed earning a call-up to Egypt’s national team for AFCON qualifiers. Don’t miss the latest football news and exciting developments!

Description: In today’s episode of Smashi Sports, we dive into the latest shifts at Al Hilal with the exclusion of Darwin Núñez and Pablo Marí following Karim Benzema’s arrival. Plus, Mohamed Salah ties Steven Gerrard’s Premier League assist record, cementing his place in Liverpool history. Finally, Al Shabab appoints Noureddine Ben Zekri as their new head coach ahead of a crucial clash against Al...

This week on Smashi Sports, we dive into Khabib Nurmagomedov’s legendary visit to Palm City, Rui Vitória's new chapter as Al Wasl’s head coach, and the highly anticipated AFC Champions League clash between Shabab Al Ahli and Al Hilal. Don’t miss it!

In this episode of Smashi Sports, Engy Abouelseoud dives into the Saudi Pro League's ambitious plans to target 50 top foreign players for massive summer signings, the thrilling start to the Dubai International Basketball Tournament, and the uncertainty surrounding Walid Regragui's future after Morocco's AFCON loss. Tune in for all the latest sports buzz!

Engy Abouelseoud breaks down Barcelona reopening talks with Al Ahly for 18-year-old Hamza, Shabab Al-Ahli’s brutal 7–0 win to hit No. 1 in the UAE Pro League, and Cristiano Ronaldo winning his Juventus wage case—locking in $11.5 million plus legal costs.

In this episode of Smashi Sports, Engy Abouelseoud breaks down the latest Saudi football transfer news — from Al Nassr’s strategic loan deal with Al Ittihad involving Abdullah Al-Amri and Moussa Diaby, to Al Hilal securing Murad Hawsawi on a long-term contract and targeting young Rennes striker Mohamed Meity. Smart moves, future planning, and big ambitions shaping the Saudi Pro League.

In this episode of Smashi Sports, host Engy Abouelseoud breaks down the latest football headlines making waves around the world. We start with major transfer news as Real Madrid finalize the signing of Ruben Neves from Al Hilal, a move that could reshape Madrid’s midfield. Then, we shift focus to global appreciation for African football, as Zohran Mamdani shares his lifelong love for the African g...

In this episode of Smashi Sports, we dive into the latest football frenzy, from Saudi Arabia’s €10 billion bid to buy Barcelona, to Mohamed Salah’s uncertain future at Liverpool amid AFCON tensions. Plus, we discuss the growing interest from Saudi clubs in Bruno Fernandes, with a £70 million deal on the table. Stay tuned for all the latest sports news and drama!