This article is about the men's association football club. For the women's association football team, see Al Wehda FC (women). For other uses, see Al-Wahda.
Al Wehda traces its origins to 1916, when it was established as Al Mukhtalat Club in the Hejaz Vilayet of the Ottoman Empire. The name Al Mukhtalat, meaning “inclusive” or “mixed,” reflected the club’s diverse composition, as it included both Saudi and non-Saudi players.
In 1945, the club briefly adopted the name Al Hizb (The Party) before being renamed Al Wehda (Unity). The change was made to commemorate the unification of Saudi Arabia under King Ibn Saud during World War I.[2]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.