Saudi Football Fever: 5 Million Alexa Inquiries in 2024

Football is undeniably on the rise in Saudi Arabia, with fans making over 5 million football-related inquiries to Alexa in 2024, according to Amazon’s latest data. This surge highlights the growing passion for the sport across the Kingdom.

Al Hilal Dominates Local Fan Engagement

Al Hilal is the undisputed leader among local football clubs, with its fans engaging with Alexa four times more than those of Al Nasr. Fans frequently ask Alexa about match schedules, scores, and player details. Al Ittihad follows closely behind in popularity, further showing the Kingdom’s deep love for football.

International Football Interest Soars

Saudi football fans are also passionate about international teams. Barcelona leads the list as the most inquired-about international club in Saudi Arabia, followed by Real Madrid and Manchester City. These teams continue to captivate local fans, with Alexa users often searching for match schedules and key player updates.

Cristiano Ronaldo Leads the Charge

Cristiano Ronaldo remains the most talked-about player in the Roshn Saudi League, with over 150,000 Alexa inquiries about him. Other stars like Salem Al-Dawsari and Neymar also enjoy significant attention from Saudi football fans.

National Team Support Shines

Saudi Arabia’s national football team received robust support, with over 200,000 Alexa inquiries about match schedules and scores. Alexa provided real-time updates, keeping fans connected to every moment of the national team’s journey.

Al Riyadh Derby Overtakes El Clásico

The Al Riyadh Derby, featuring fierce rivals Al Hilal and Al Nasr, emerged as the most searched football event, generating five times more Alexa inquiries than the globally famous El Clásico (Barcelona vs. Real Madrid). This reflects the intense local rivalry and excitement surrounding the matchups in Saudi Arabia.

With football’s growing prominence in Saudi Arabia, Alexa continues to enhance its features, providing personalized, real-time football updates to cater to the Kingdom’s passionate fanbase.