In a scene that embodies the highest meanings of loyalty and sportsmanship, a group of former Saudi football legends made sure to visit former international star Mohammed Abdul Jawad, the historic left-back of the Saudi national team and Al-Ahli club, to check on his health after he suffered a recent health setback that confined him to bed at home to recover.
The visit was attended by prominent figures in Arab and Asian football who have left an indelible mark on the sporting history of the Kingdom, most notably Majed Abdullah, the Al-Nassr legend and all-time top scorer for the Saudi national team; Sami Al-Jaber, the Al-Hilal icon and former captain of the national team; and Mohammed Noor, the legendary Al-Ittihad player. The visit aimed to boost the morale of the "Flying Fullback" and to reaffirm the unity of the Saudi sporting family off the field.
A rich history of Emperor Muhammad Abdul Jawad
Mohammed Abduljawad is considered one of the most prominent names in the history of Saudi football. He was a key pillar of the golden generation that brought glory to the national team in the 1980s and 1990s. Abduljawad played a vital role in Saudi Arabia's back-to-back Asian Cup titles in 1984 and 1988. He was also a star player in the squad that made the Kingdom's first-ever qualification for the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States, contributing to their unprecedented run to the second round.
A noble message that transcends competition
The gathering of these stars (Majed, Sami, and Nour), who represented Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, and Al-Ittihad, at the home of Al-Ahli legend Mohammed Abduljawad, carries profound significance that transcends a mere social visit. It reflects the deep brotherly bond that united the stars of the "golden age," despite the fierce rivalry that characterized their matches in the Riyadh and Jeddah derbies and the classic Saudi football fixtures. This image sends a positive message to sports fans and the current generation of players about the importance of sportsmanship and rejecting fanaticism, demonstrating that competition ends with the final whistle, while human relationships endure.
The Saudi sports community reacted widely to the photos circulating of the visit, praying to God to grant Captain Mohammed Abdul Jawad a speedy recovery, and that he may return to his normal life and his usual media and analytical activity.
