Saudi Football Federation to Revise Fan Conduct Rules After Player Whipping Incident

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation pledges a thorough review of spectator behavior following an attack on Al Ittihad striker Abderrazak Hamdallah during the Saudi Super Cup.

During the Saudi Super Cup final in Abu Dhabi, Al Ittihad's Abderrazak Hamdallah was attacked by a fan wielding a whip.
The incident, which involved Hamdallah throwing water at a fan who retaliated with a whip, occurred after Al Ittihad's loss to Al Hilal.
Saudi football authorities have condemned the attack and promised to update the spectator code of conduct to prevent future incidents.
The review will focus on imposing stricter penalties and ensuring the safety of players and spectators at football matches.
Saudi Arabia is intensifying efforts to enhance its global football stature, including bidding to host the 2034 World Cup.