"We in Riyadh are safe, stable and secure, and we are following political events cautiously and waiting for necessary instructions. We continue our work on a daily basis as usual. Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus told domestic media he was preparing for Friday's game against Al-Najma as usual."
"Saudi Arabian clubs were unable to play their Asian Champions League knockout matches earlier in the week because of security concerns in the region. At home, the Saudi Ministry of Defense reported a suspected Iranian drone attack on the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh early Tuesday."
The Saudi Pro League is proceeding with scheduled matches amid heightened regional tensions following a suspected Iranian drone attack on the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh. One match was played Thursday with another rescheduled due to flight cancellations. The high-profile Jeddah derby between Al Ahli and Al Ittihad is expected to draw nearly 60,000 fans on Friday. Saudi clubs were unable to compete in Asian Champions League knockout matches earlier in the week due to security concerns. League officials have assured clubs it remains safe to continue domestic play, though the league will pause from March 14 to April 3. Coaches and players are maintaining normal preparations despite monitoring political developments.
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