Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) is the governing body for football in Saudi Arabia, established on June 9, 1956. Headquartered in Riyadh, it oversees all aspects of football development, including organizing domestic competitions and managing the national teams' participation in international tournaments. SAFF is a member of FIFA, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), and the Union of Arab Football Associations (UAFA), and it operates independently of religious and political influences. SAFF governs 170 football clubs across various divisions and is responsible for setting competition rules, scheduling seasons, and awarding titles.