The Global Race Heats Up: After Miami, Saudi Arabia Enters Talks to Host an Official La Liga Match

Saudi official reveals ongoing talks with La Liga amid UEFA’s global expansion approval

The Global Race Heats Up: After Miami, Saudi Arabia Enters Talks to Host an Official La Liga Match

In statement that could reshape global sports hosting, Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority revealed that talks are underway to host official La Liga match in Riyadh as part of the Riyadh Season 2025.

Historic plan under study

Speaking to Saudi media on Sunday 6 October, Alalshikh confirmed that negotiations with La Liga are in their early stages adding that the Riyadh Season always aims to attract "the world’s biggest sporting events"

Alalshikh’s comments suggest that Riyadh could soon join Miami & Sydney as potential hosts for official European league games reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s growing role as global sports hub.

A new chapter in football globalization

The news comes amid controversy following UEFA’s recent approval for La Liga & Serie A to stage official matches in the U.S and Australia .. a move the organization itself labeled "regrettable"..