Al-Shabab FC

Club Overview

Al-Shabab FC, founded in 1947 as Shabab Al Riyadh (lit. ‘Riyadhi Youth’), is a Saudi Arabian professional football club based in Riyadh. Renamed Al Shabab in 1967, the club has a rich history and competes in the Saudi Professional League. Their green and white colors symbolize ambition and youthfulness. Al-Shabab has consistently been a prominent force in Saudi football, captivating fans with their performances on the pitch ¹.

Name, Nickname, Slogan & Home Ground

• Name: Al-Shabab Football Club
• Nickname: Al Leith (White Lion)
• Slogan: “The Youth Football Club”
• Home Ground: Al-Shabab Club Stadium, Riyadh (Capacity: 15,000) ¹

History

Al-Shabab was the first football club in Riyadh, tracing its roots back to conflicts and passionate members before officially settling in 1947. Under the leadership of Abdulrahman Bin Saeed, they won their first tournament by defeating Sakit Al Hadeed (Railway Club). In 1955, Al-Shabab clinched the King Saud Cup by beating the Military College. Despite internal challenges, the club persevered, and in the 1960s, they faced Al Hilal in their first official games, winning 3–0. Al-Shabab’s legacy continues to inspire Riyadh’s football enthusiasts ¹.

Achievements

• King Saud Cup (Central Province): Al-Shabab secured their first official cup in 1960 by defeating Al Hilal.
• Al-Shabab remains a consistent competitor in the Saudi Professional League.

Biggest Rivalry/Derby

Al-Shabab’s intense rivalry lies with other clubs, but their clashes with city neighbors Al-Hilal add drama and passion to Saudi football.

Biggest Wins

• 1993: Al-Shabab vs. Al Shabab (4-0)
• 1994: Al-Shabab vs. Al Nassr (5-0) ²

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