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Al Ahli appoint Marino Pusic as new head coach
According to a report from the Saudi Gazette, the Roshn Saudi League club Al Ahli has announced the appointment of Marino Pusic as their new head coach. The report states that the 54-year-old manager has signed a contract extending through 2028, following his departure from the UAE Pro League side Al Jazira. The club claims that Pusic, who previously managed Shakhtar Donetsk, will take over leadership duties immediately.
The article further alleges that Pusic replaces Matthias Jaissle, who reportedly left the club after securing back-to-back AFC Champions League Elite titles to take a position at English Premier League side Newcastle United. The report outlines a scheduled start for the 2026-27 season, with Al Ahli set to face Diriyah Club on August 13.
However, these details remain unverified and contain significant discrepancies regarding the current status of the Roshn Saudi League and the career trajectory of the mentioned managers. NoorNews has been unable to corroborate the claim of Jaissle’s move to Newcastle or the existence of the specific match schedule cited in the report. Readers are advised to treat these claims with caution as they do not align with verified sports industry reporting.
Truth Score
40/100
Disputed
Why this score
The story contains significant internal inconsistencies and factual claims that contradict known current events, such as the mention of a 2026-27 season and specific future match dates that do not align with current verified timelines. Furthermore, the claim regarding Matthias Jaissle's departure to Newcastle United is not supported by any credible sports reporting, suggesting the article may be a fabrication or a hypothetical scenario presented as news.
Red Flags
- contradicts official records
- fabricated statistic
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Original report: Saudi Gazette