Saudi Arabia and Sports Network DAZN Close to Deal
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Saudi Arabia’s sports minister keen for Mohamed Salah to join Pro League
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World Cup award adds pressure to Saudi Arabia’s construction challenge
Sporting plans bulk out kingdom’s project pipeline as it seeks to reduce dependence on oil revenuesFinancial Times - Jan. 6
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