The presence of Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi football sparked a fundamental transformation; a transformation that, with large investments and the attraction of prominent stars, has brought this league to a level in a short time that many now compare it to the first-tier European leagues.
Publish dateSunday 3 May 2026 - 10:57
Story Code : 353324
Ronaldo is the initiator of a great revolution;
How did the Saudi Arabian Premier League become the "Asian Premier League"?
Afghan Voice Agency (AVA): The Saudi Arabian Football Super League has taken a path in a short time that many leagues have been trying to achieve for years. A report published by the famous "Kore" website addresses this transformation and explains how this league, centered on world stars, has now become the "Asian Premier League".
Ronaldo; The starting point of a football revolution
It all started when Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al-Nasr; an important transfer that sent a serious signal to world football. After this historic transfer, a wave of stars headed to Saudi Arabia and the level of competition in the league increased significantly. This process caused the Saudi League to transform from a domestic competition into a global product; a league that is now followed not only in Asia, but also internationally.
Increasing quotas; consolidating power in Asia
One of the most important signs of the growth of the Saudi League is the increase in the country’s Asian quotas. The Asian Football Confederation increased the number of teams in the elite league, and the Saudi League benefited the most. The country’s quotas have now increased from 4 to 6 teams, and 5 Saudi teams will be in the elite league next season. In addition, one team will also participate in the second level of competition.
This means that almost all of the top teams in Saudi Arabia will be in international competitions every season, which indicates the depth of competition in this league.
The war at the top of the table; Formation of the Saudi version of the "Top Four"
In these circumstances and with the increase in quotas, the competition between teams will not be limited to the championship, and from now on, even the fifth and sixth-ranked teams will try to reach the Asian quota. Along with traditional powers such as Al-Hilal, Al-Nasr, Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahly, teams such as Al-Qadisiyah have also entered the equation and have even advanced to the brink of competing for the championship.
This structure is very similar to the English Premier League; where the competition is not just between two teams and several competing clubs are on the course.
Global broadcast; going beyond regional borders
One of the key factors in the Saudi league becoming a global brand has been the development of its television broadcast. The country's star-studded matches are now broadcast in more than 170 countries around the world, and heavy financial contracts have been signed with international networks.
For example, one of the important matches of this league was broadcast on about 80 networks around the world; a number that indicates the significant growth of this competition.
Stars, Capital and Ambition
Comments such as the superiority of the Saudi League over the French League are no longer just a simple claim; the presence of big stars, extensive investment and intense competition have allowed this league to reach a level where it can compare itself with the world's major leagues.
Given these circumstances, there is no doubt that if this trend continues, the gap between this league and the top tier of European football will be less than many imagine.
Ronaldo; The starting point of a football revolution
It all started when Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al-Nasr; an important transfer that sent a serious signal to world football. After this historic transfer, a wave of stars headed to Saudi Arabia and the level of competition in the league increased significantly. This process caused the Saudi League to transform from a domestic competition into a global product; a league that is now followed not only in Asia, but also internationally.
Increasing quotas; consolidating power in Asia
One of the most important signs of the growth of the Saudi League is the increase in the country’s Asian quotas. The Asian Football Confederation increased the number of teams in the elite league, and the Saudi League benefited the most. The country’s quotas have now increased from 4 to 6 teams, and 5 Saudi teams will be in the elite league next season. In addition, one team will also participate in the second level of competition.
This means that almost all of the top teams in Saudi Arabia will be in international competitions every season, which indicates the depth of competition in this league.
The war at the top of the table; Formation of the Saudi version of the "Top Four"
In these circumstances and with the increase in quotas, the competition between teams will not be limited to the championship, and from now on, even the fifth and sixth-ranked teams will try to reach the Asian quota. Along with traditional powers such as Al-Hilal, Al-Nasr, Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahly, teams such as Al-Qadisiyah have also entered the equation and have even advanced to the brink of competing for the championship.
This structure is very similar to the English Premier League; where the competition is not just between two teams and several competing clubs are on the course.
Global broadcast; going beyond regional borders
One of the key factors in the Saudi league becoming a global brand has been the development of its television broadcast. The country's star-studded matches are now broadcast in more than 170 countries around the world, and heavy financial contracts have been signed with international networks.
For example, one of the important matches of this league was broadcast on about 80 networks around the world; a number that indicates the significant growth of this competition.
Stars, Capital and Ambition
Comments such as the superiority of the Saudi League over the French League are no longer just a simple claim; the presence of big stars, extensive investment and intense competition have allowed this league to reach a level where it can compare itself with the world's major leagues.
Given these circumstances, there is no doubt that if this trend continues, the gap between this league and the top tier of European football will be less than many imagine.
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