| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Profession | Footballer |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 6' 1" (185 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Football | |
| International Debut | 21 March 2019 against the United Arab Emirates |
| Jersey Number | #21 (Al-Fayha) |
| Club(s) | Youth career • Al-Ittihad Senior career • Al-Ittihad (2015–2023) • Al-Taawoun (loan) (2022–2023) • River (2023–2024) • Al-Riyadh (2024–2025) • Al-Fayha (2025–present) |
| International Team | Saudi Arabia |
| Position | Defender |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 3 February 1994 (Thursday) |
| Age (as of 2025) | 31 Years |
| Birthplace | Jeddah , Saudi Arabia |
| Zodiac sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | Saudi Arabian |
| Hometown | Jeddah , Saudi Arabia |
| Religion | Islam |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Controversy | Dispute with his former club Al-Ittihad In 2025, Ziyad's name started making headlines in connection with a financial dispute with his old club Al-Ittihad. He was asked to pay 3.5 million Saudi Riyals to Al-Ittihad and was given a time period of 30 days. In addition, an additional fine of 20,000 riyals was also imposed on him which was to be paid to the Saudi Football Federation. However, Ziyad refused to comply with the ruling and did not make any settlement. ((YesScores)) |
| Social Media | • Instagram |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Ziyad Al-Sahafi
- Ziyad is a defender but can also play in the midfield as a defensive midfielder.
- Ziyad’s overall rating in EA Sports FC 25 is 62.
- His senior international football career started in 2019 with the Saudi Arabia football team.
Photo of Ziyad Al-Sahafi during the World Cup 2022 Asian qualifying match between Palestine and Saudi Arabia
- Ziyad won the King Cup in 2018 and the Crown Prince Cup in 2016–17 with the Al-Ittihad team. He joined the senior team of Al-Ittihad in 2015 and played for them till 2023, appearing in more than 90 matches. He also went for a loan spell of one season to Al-Taawoun in 2022-23.
Photo of Ziyad Al-Sahafi celebrating after winning the King Cup
- As of May 2025, Ziyad has 105k followers on Instagram.
- Ziyad likes to maintain his fitness and hits the gym on a regular basis.
Photo of Ziyad Al-Sahafi doing weight training in the gym
