Disciplinary Action: Danilo and Alaa Haji Suspended and Fined 10,000 Riyals

The Saudi Football Disciplinary and Ethics Committee has announced its decisions regarding the two red cards that occurred in the first round of the Roshen League, following incidents of violent play by players from Ittihad and Neom. The committee emphasized the importance of maintaining fair play and sportsmanship in the league.

Portuguese player Danilo Luis Pereira of Al Ittihad and Alaa Mohsen Al Haji, a Neom professional, have been penalized following their direct red cards.

Danilo was shown a red card during the match between Al-Ittihad and Al-Khulood, which took place on August 15, 2026, due to a violent tackle on one of the opposing players.

The committee has decided to automatically suspend the Union defender in accordance with the penalty resulting from the direct red card, in addition to requiring him to pay a financial fine of 10,000 riyals.

Alaa Mohsen Al-Hajji has been handed the same punishment following a direct red card in the match between Neom and Al-Fayha, which took place on August 14, 2026.

The Disciplinary Committee clarified that the red card was issued due to violent play, based on the referee's report from the match. A fine of 10,000 Riyals has also been imposed.

Danilo and Alaa Haji will be absent from their teams' upcoming match due to automatic suspensions, while both players are committed to paying the fines imposed by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation.