The cultural, historical, and social differences between Brazil and Saudi Arabia are huge. Language, traditions, and religion are just a few of the factors that make these countries so different. However, football seems to bring them closer than one might think.
While the Saudi Pro League is not as competitive as the Brasileirão, it is a competition that increasingly recruits Brazilian talent. In fact, it boasts none other than Neymar Jr.
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Although the former Santos player’s move to Al Hilal in the summer of 2023 seemed to follow a trend of global stars, including Cristiano Ronaldo, heading to the Middle East, the league has also attracted many Brazilian players in recent years.
In fact, there are 20 Brazilian representatives in the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League season. No other nation has so many players in this league.
Who are the 20 Brazilians in the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League?
- Neymar – Al Hilal
- Malcom – Al Hilal
- Renan Lodi – Al Hilal
- Fabinho – Al Ittihad
- Roger Ibañez – Al Ahli
- Roberto Firmino – Al Ahli
- Alexsander – Al Ahli
- Bento – Al Nassr
- Talisca – Al Nassr
- Alex Telles – Al Nassr
- João Pedro – Al Taawoun
- Andrei Girotto – Al Taawoun
- Mailson – Al Taawoun
- Mateus – Al Taawoun
- Flávio – Al Taawoun
- Carlos Júnior – Al Shabab
- Vitinho – Al Ettifaq
- Lucas Kal – Al Riyadh
- Marcelo Grohe – Al Kholood
- Paulo Vítor – Al Okhdood
The Brazilian presence is significant, reflecting the growing connection between the two countries through the beautiful game.
