In an exceptional football season, French coach Laurent Blanc entered the history books with Al-Ittihad Club, becoming the first coach in the history of "The Brigadier" to accumulate 80 points in a single season of the Saudi Professional League.

Blanc, who took over as coach of Al-Ittihad at the beginning of the 2024-2025 season, led the team to an unprecedented achievement by winning the Roshan League title in his first season, confirming his great capabilities as a skilled technical leader.

Al-Ittihad was officially crowned champions after defeating Al-Raed 3-1 in the matches of the thirty-second round of the local league.

The achievement under Laurent Blanc's leadership marks a significant milestone in the club's history and highlights the development of the team's technical and mental performance during this exceptional season.

With this title, the number of foreign coaches who have won the Saudi league title in their first season has risen to nine, reflecting the great diversity in coaching styles that enrich Saudi football.