# Al-Orobah FC

Al-Orobah FC (Arabic: نادي العروبة لكرة القدم, romanized: nādī al-oroubah li-kūrāt ae-qādam, lit. 'Arabism Football Club') is a Saudi Arabian professional football club based in Sakakah, that competes in the Saudi Pro League.

## History

They won the 2012–13 Saudi First Division and were promoted to the Saudi Professional League, the top level of Saudi Arabian football for the first time in their history.
From its humble beginnings, Al-Orobah FC has grown into a symbol of pride for the region. The club is known for its commitment to nurturing local talent, providing opportunities for young players to showcase their skills, and fostering sportsmanship within the community.
The team quickly rose to prominence within Saudi Arabia’s football leagues. Notably, Al-Oroobah achieved a historic milestone by earning promotion to the Saudi Pro League in the 2013-2014 season, marking its first appearance in the top tier of Saudi football. This achievement was celebrated as a significant success for a club from a smaller region, highlighting its determination and hard work.
Over the years, Al-Orobah FC has become a force in Saudi football, competing with top clubs and leaving a mark through its spirited performances. The club continues to strive for excellence, both on and off the pitch, with a loyal fan base that supports its every move.
As Al-Orobah FC looks to the future, it remains dedicated to its mission of developing talent, promoting football in Saudi Arabia, and achieving greater successes in national and regional competitions.
On 18 March 2025, Al-Orobah were subject of a ban on registration of new players by FIFA after they were found to have not paid $150,000 of transfer fees and 5% interest that were owed to Welsh club The New Saints after the transfer of Brad Young.

## Honours

* Saudi First Division League (tier 2)
** Winners (1): 2012–13
* Saudi Second Division League (tier 3)
** Winners (1): 2007–08
** Runners-up (1): 1998–99, 2020–21

## Current squad

    As of January 2025
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 1 | GK | KSA | Rafea Al-Ruwaili |
| 3 | DF | MAR | Ismaël Kandouss (on loan from Gent) |
| 4 | DF | KSA | Ziyad Al-Hunaiti |
| 5 | DF | FRA | Kurt Zouma (on loan from West Ham United) |
| 6 | MF | KSA | Mohammed Al-Qarni |
| 7 | MF | ISL | Jóhann Berg Guðmundsson |
| 8 | MF | CIV | Jean Michaël Seri |
| 9 | FW | ENG | Brad Young |
| 11 | MF | KSA | Hamed Al-Maqati |
| 12 | DF | KSA | Nawaf Al-Qumairi (on loan from Al-Tai) |
| 13 | DF | KSA | Ibrahim Al-Zubaidi |
| 14 | FW | JOR | Mohannad Abu Taha (on loan from Al-Karkh) |
| 18 | DF | KSA | Abdulmalek Al-Shammeri (on loan from Al-Taawoun) |
| 22 | GK | KSA | Saud Al-Ruwaili |
| 27 | MF | KSA | Fawaz Al-Torais |
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 28 | GK | BEL | Gaëtan Coucke |
| 29 | FW | KSA | Fahad Al-Zubaidi (on loan from Al-Nassr) |
| 30 | DF | KSA | Mohammed Al-Zubaidi $^{U19}$ |
| 33 | DF | KSA | Hussein Al-Shuwaish |
| 37 | MF | ESP | Cristian Tello |
| 40 | DF | KSA | Mohammed Al-Shanqiti (on loan from Al-Qadsiah) |
| 50 | GK | KSA | Mutni Al-Timawi $^{U19}$ |
| 66 | DF | KSA | Mohammed Barnawi $^{U19}$ (on loan from Al-Hilal) |
| 70 | DF | KSA | Abdulrahman Al-Anazi (on loan from Al-Fayha) |
| 73 | MF | CRO | Karlo Muhar |
| 80 | MF | KSA | Fahad Al-Rashidi |
| 88 | MF | KSA | Osama Al-Khalaf (on loan from Neom) |
| 91 | FW | YEM | Abdulziz Masnom $^{U19}$ (on loan from Al-Tadamun Hadramaut) |
| 99 | FW | SYR | Omar Al-Somah |

### Out on loan

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 15 | MF | KSA | Farraj Al-Rashid (on loan to Al-Jandal) |
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 19 | FW | KSA | Omar Al-Sharari (on loan to Al-Jandal) |

## Notable players

* Ben Badi
* Abdulmajeed Al-Ruwaili

## Coaching staff

| Position | Name |
| Head coach | Adnan Hamad |
| Assistant Coach | Abdulaziz Al-Talib Khaled Al-Ruwaili Mohammed Al-Ruwaili Mohammed Munawar |
| Goalkeeping Coach | Talal Rajih |
| Video Analyst | Hussain Barnawi |
| Head of Medical | Nawwaf Al-Ismaili |
| Team Doctor | Ibrahim Al-Qahtani |
| Physiotherapist | Turki Al-Bulaihi |
| Masseur | Saud Al-Ghanim |
| Sports Scientist | Abdullah Al-Marzouq |
| Nutritionist | Faiz Al-Suleiman |
| Interpreter | Mahmoud Elmhdy |
| Performance Director | Mohammed Al-Yusuf |
| Technical Director | Salman Al-Kaabi |

## Managerial history

* Ahmed Barhoumi (1997 – 1999)
* Ahmad Al-Ajlani (17 July 1999 – 1 May 2000)
* Hamda Tiouiri (17 July 2000 – 30 November 2000)
* Mohammed Al-Najdi (30 November 2000 – 15 April 2001)
* Mimi Abdel Razek (23 June 2001 – 25 November 2001)
* Mohammed Al-Najdi (caretaker) (25 November 2001 – 5 December 2001)
* Nasser Nefzi (5 December 2001 – 15 January 2002)
* Mohammed Al-Najdi (15 January 2002 – 1 May 2002)
* Ahmed Barhoumi (1 July 2002 – 25 February 2003)
* Mohamad Kenawi (25 February 2003 – 1 May 2003)
* Zouhair Louati (1 July 2003 – 10 April 2004)
* Hamoud Al-Rughayan (1 July 2004 – 1 April 2005)
* Abdelwahab Elharaby (15 September 2005 – 23 January 2006)
* Moncef Mcharek (7 October 2006 – 22 December 2008)
* Moncef Chargui (22 December 2008 – 28 February 2009)
* Makram Abdullah (28 February 2009 – 8 May 2009)
* Najib Khouaja (29 May 2009 – 27 December 2009)
* Anis Zorgati (27 December 2009 – 30 April 2010)
* Makram Abdullah (23 May 2010 – 12 December 2010)
* Abdelkader Ben Hassen (1 July 2011 – 19 February 2012)
* Makram Abdullah (22 February 2012 – 30 May 2012)
* Salah El Nahy (13 June 2012 – 20 October 2012)
* Djamel Belkacem (22 October 2012 – 22 May 2014)
* Laurent Banide (25 May 2014 – 17 December 2014)
* Sofiane Kassabi (caretaker) (17 December 2014 – 2 January 2015)
* Valeriu Tița (2 January 2015 – 7 April 2015)
* Amro Anwar (7 April 2015 – 30 May 2015)
* Hadi Ben Mokhtar (2 July 2015 – 20 September 2015)
* Ferid Ben Belgacem (20 September 2015 – 8 March 2016)
* Sameer Hilal (9 March 2016 – 1 May 2016)
* Lotfi Jbara (29 June 2016 – 15 October 2016)
* Makram Abdullah (15 October 2016 – 10 January 2017)
* Mejdi Khouildi (caretaker) (10 January 2017 – 24 January 2017)
* Fouad Bouali (24 January 2017 – 24 March 2017)
* Bayrem Mokhtari (24 March 2017 – 1 June 2018)
* Makram Abdullah (7 June 2018 – 30 October 2018)
* Sadio Demba (30 October 2018 – 2 February 2019)
* Ferid Ben Belgacem (2 February 2019 – 22 February 2019)
* Bayrem Mokhtari (22 February 2019 – 27 October 2019)
* Karim Zouaghi (November 9, 2019 – March 14, 2020)
* Mohammed Al-Sharari (caretaker) (11 July 2020 – 4 September 2020)
* Ameur Derbal (19 September 2020 – 19 November 2021)
* Djamel Belkacem (19 November 2021 – 1 June 2022)
* Quim Machado (6 June 2022 – 1 June 2023)
* Rusmir Cviko (20 June 2023 – 1 June 2024)
* Álvaro Pacheco (21 July 2024 – 2 January 2025)
* Mohammed Al-Sharari (caretaker) (2–10 January 2025)
* Adnan Hamad (10 January 2025 – present)