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Saudi Federation promises heavy hand after provocations to Rúben Neves about Diogo Jota
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Saudi Federation promises heavy hand after provocations to Rúben Neves about Diogo Jota

SAPO14 September 2026 at 10:27

The Saudi Football Federation promised to act with a heavy hand after cases of provocations directed at Rúben Neves during the match between Al Taawoun and Al Hilal. The provocations were related to Diogo Jota, a Portuguese player who plays for Al Hilal. The incident occurred during the match between the two Saudi teams. The federation expressed the intention to severely punish those responsible for these provocations.

Why this matters

The federation's promise of a heavy hand indicates that the incident was considered serious, possibly resulting in fines or suspensions. Portuguese fans abroad and supporters of both clubs are watching the disciplinary consequences that could affect the image of the Saudi league.

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