Ronaldo effect? Saudi spending spree fuels Asian Cup hopes

The national side beat eventual champions Argentina in the group phase of the 2022 World Cup and returned to Qatar for the Asian Cup as one of the favourites.

Saudi Arabia coach Roberto Mancini. Photo: Alberto Pizzoli / AFP

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Saudi Arabia hopes that the influx of foreign stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar into their club football will help the national team win their

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Ronaldo effect? Saudi spending spree fuels Asian Cup hopes

The national side beat eventual champions Argentina in the group phase of the 2022 World Cup and returned to Qatar for the Asian Cup as one of the favourites.

Saudi Arabia coach Roberto Mancini. Photo: Alberto Pizzoli / AFP

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