Al Nahda

Al Nahda is a Saudi football club from the city of Dammam, Eastern Province. Established in 1949, they currently play in the Saudi First Division.

Club Establishment:

The Saudi Nahda Club was founded between 1948 and 1949. The founding began when Abdul Karim Al-Salami, the founder of Nahda, played for Al-Hilal Club in Al-Khobar in 1940 and 1942, along with Abdul Rahman Al-Salami. However, there was a division among their players, misunderstandings arose, and a group of players left to establish another team called Nahdah in Al-Khobar. Among them were Abdul Aziz Al-Mazroo, Sulaiman Al-Qahtani, Al-Maiber, Khaled Al-Dossary, and Abdul Mohsen Al-Duwaighi. In 1948, Abdul Karim Al-Salami left Al-Khobar and moved to Dammam. He chose not to join the Al-Ittifaq Club, especially since he had responsibilities with Nahdah in Al-Khobar. He met with some of his friends, including Ibrahim Shareeda, Jumaaan Bin Hilal, Rashid Bouhmaid, Khalifa Jasim Al-Dossary (known as Khalifa Al-Jaib), Saad Shareeda, Sultan Abu Majeed, Daeij Salman Al-Dossary, and Ahmed Daeij, and they founded a team called Al-Nar (The Fire). Its headquarters were located behind the Coast Guard building west of the Al-Dawaser district, near the electricity company. The team's meetings were held at Abdul Karim Al-Salami's house in the Qibla neighborhood on 18th Street. Since it was new, it required efforts and support during its establishment. Abdul Razzaq bin Hamad Al-Dossary, the president of the Al-Barq Club in Dammam, was asked for assistance. Abdul Karim Al-Salami approached him, seeking the presidency to merge the two teams and work together. However, Abdul Razzaq declined with great respect, as he had his team and did not want to leave it. Nonetheless, Abdul Karim Al-Salami's efforts did not stop, and due to the necessity, an invitation was extended to Abdul Razzaq in 1371 AH (Islamic calendar) to come to his house. Before the invitation, Al-Dossary attended Al-Salami's house and was surprised to find players and Al-Barq's fans there without any prior arrangements. Afterward, Abdul Karim delivered a speech in which he announced his relinquishment of the presidency of Nahda to Abdul Razzaq bin Hamad Al-Dossary. He was surprised to see that all the players and fans of Al-Barq had applauded this proposal, abandoned their team and inviting their president to become the president of Nahda. One year later, the team traveled to Bahrain in 1372 AH to play a single match there.

Al Nahda Club Headquarters:

Al Nahda is a Saudi football club from the city of Dammam, Eastern Province.

Al Nahda Saudi Club Stadium:

The Prince Mohammad bin Fahd Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. It was built in 1973 and named after Muhammad bin Fahd, former governor of the Eastern Province, and was the first football stadium in the province.

Al Nahda Club's Achievements:

Nahda Club has achieved several notable honors and achievements over the years, cementing its status in Saudi Arabian football. In the Saudi First Division, the club has been crowned champions three times, in the seasons 1976–77, 1990–91, and 1992–93, demonstrating its strong performance at this level. Additionally, Nahda has been runners-up in the Saudi First Division during the 2012–13 season, further highlighting its competitive prowess. In the Saudi Second Division, Nahda has also tasted success, winning the title twice in the seasons 1997–98 and 2010–11. Moreover, the club secured a second-place finish in the Saudi Second Division during the 2005–06 season, showcasing its consistency in the league. Nahda's achievements extend beyond league titles. The club has excelled in the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Cup for Division 1 and 2 Teams, claiming victory in this prestigious competition twice, in the years 1992–93 and 1995–96. Additionally, Nahda reached the finals of this cup competition in the 2007–08 season, highlighting its ability to perform at a high level in tournament play. In summary, Nahda Club's rich history is adorned with numerous honors and accomplishments in both the Saudi First Division, Saudi Second Division, and prestigious cup competitions, reflecting its consistent excellence in Saudi Arabian football.

The presidents of Nahda Club:

1. Abdul Karim Al-Salami - Club founder in 1369
2. Sheikh Faisal Al-Shuhail
3. Abdul Razzaq bin Hamad Al-Dossary
4. Abdul Karim Al-Ayssi
5. Hassan Nasir
6. Nasser Al-Sunaid
7. Abdullah Al-Mughlooth
8. Fahd Al-Hawas
9. Abdullah Al-Ruzaihan
10. Mohammad Bilal Al-Habshi
11. Fahd Abdullah Al-Sunaid
12. Fahd Zamil Al-Hazmi
13. Hamad Al-Ali
14. Major General Hamad Al-Mu'ayyib
15. Saleh Dawi Al-Harbi
16. His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Fahd bin Nasser
17. Prince Abdullah bin Saad
18. Essam Al-Mu'ayyib
19. Dr. Mubarak Abdullah Al-Dossary
20. His Excellency Sheikh Faisal bin Mohammed Al-Shuhail
21. Professor Hassan Al-Qahtani
22. Latifi Al-Dossary
23. Tariq Al-Habishi

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