Football governance in Saudi Arabia
FIFA has acknowledged missteps in a bid seen as reshaping world soccer toward Saudi influence. SAFF supports dialogue to restore unity while divisions persist among confederations over a $20 billion plan and leadership questions ahead of a potential no-confidence push.
Chants referencing Diogo Jota at a Saudi Pro League match have sparked condemnation from clubs in Saudi Arabia and football bodies. Interactions between Ruben Neves and fans, and social-media calls from Cristiano Ronaldo, have led to formal complaints and promises of action to curb offensive behaviour.