Kings League MENA begins first full season in Riyadh

The first full season of the Kings League MENA (Split 1) launched on September 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Held at the Cool Arena in Riyadh Boulevard, the competition features 10 teams representing various Arab nations, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Morocco, Egypt, and Jordan.

The tournament expands from the eight teams that participated in the 2025 Kings Cup MENA. The season structure consists of nine league matchdays followed by knockout rounds, concluding with a Final Four on October 30.

Wael Al-Fayez, Managing Director of Kings League MENA, described the league as a reimagining of sport for the digital-native generation, blending football with digital culture and content creators. The event is positioned within Saudi Arabia’s expanding sports and entertainment sector.