Golden Boot Race: Abderrazak Hamdallah vs. Ronaldo, Firmino, Malcom, and Mane
The 2023-24 Saudi Pro League (SPL) season has delivered a wealth of unexpected and electrifying performances from both local talents and international stars.
One standout tale of this season has been the meteoric rise of Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah, who proudly dons the Al-Ittihad jersey. Hamdallah’s recent exploits have been nothing short of remarkable, notching up an impressive four goals in his last three league outings. His scoring spree has even propelled him past some of the planet’s most renowned and high-priced players, including the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Roberto Firmino, Malcom Filipe Silva, and Sadio Mane, all of whom have made their SPL debut in 2023.
Hamdallah’s astonishing form has left fans and pundits in awe as he mounts a strong challenge for the coveted Golden Boot award, presented to the league’s top goal-scorer.
But the Golden Boot competition is just one facet of the SPL’s allure, as it continues to establish itself as one of the globe’s most fiercely competitive and star-studded football leagues. With powerhouses like Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli, and Al-Ittihad, the SPL boasts an array of top-tier teams and an impressive roster of players from Asia and beyond. The league now features luminaries such as Neymar, Karim Benzema, Odion Ighalo, N’Golo Kanté, Kalidou Koulibaly, and many more. For football enthusiasts in sub-Saharan Africa, the SPL’s thrilling action and suspense are readily accessible on StarTimes.
In a recent announcement, StarTimes confirmed the successful renewal of its contract with the Saudi Professional League (SPL) for two consecutive seasons, spanning from 2023/24 to 2024/25. This renewal covers all-media platforms and language rights throughout the sub-Saharan African region.
Upcoming matches promise an abundance of excitement, including Al-Nassr featuring Ronaldo and Mane, facing off against Al-Shabab, airing live on StarTimes’ Sports Life channel today. And don’t miss the clash between Al-Hilal, boasting Malcom and Neymar, and Abderrazak’s Al-Ittihad, scheduled for Friday, exclusively on StarTimes’ Sports Premium channel.
