Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Al Hilal Banned from Super Cup, Fined for Withdrawal
Imagine a big soccer tournament called the Saudi Super Cup.
The team Al Hilal decided they didn't want to play in the next one because they were tired after other games.
The people in charge of the Super Cup said, "No way, you have to play!"
Because Al Hilal backed out, they got a fine and were told they can't play in the Super Cup the year after next.
Another team, Al Ahli, will play instead of Al Hilal.
Al Hilal has been banned from the 2026-27 Saudi Super Cup.
The ban comes after Al Hilal withdrew from the 2025-26 tournament.
Al Hilal was fined SR500,000 for violating disciplinary regulations.
The fine will be paid to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF).
Al Ahli will replace Al Hilal in the 2025-26 Super Cup.
- Who
- Al Hilal, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF).
- What
- Al Hilal has been banned from the Saudi Super Cup and fined for withdrawing.
- When
- The ban is for the 2026-27 season; the withdrawal was for the 2025-26 season.
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
- Why
- Al Hilal withdrew from the 2025-26 Super Cup due to a demanding schedule.
Al Hilal
Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)
Tournament Participation
Al Hilal
Needed rest due to demanding schedule.
Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)
SAFF believes teams should fulfill their obligations.
- Team Banned
- Al Hilal
- Tournament
- Saudi Super Cup
- Ban Year
- 2026-27
- Fine Amount
- SR500,000
- Replacement Team
- Al Ahli
- Reason for Withdrawal
- Demanding schedule