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Standings
| P | DIFF | PTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualification | ||||
| 1 |  Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 6 | +12 | 15 |
| 2 |  Al-Nassr | 5 | +8 | 12 |
| 3 |  Al-Qadisiyah FC | 5 | +7 | 12 |
| 4 |  NEOM | 6 | +5 | 12 |
| 5 |  Al-Ittihad FC | 5 | +3 | 11 |
| 6 |  Al-Ettifaq | 6 | 0 | 10 |
| 7 |  Al-Ahli Jeddah | 5 | +5 | 9 |
| 8 |  Al Kholood | 5 | +3 | 9 |
| 9 |  Al-Hazm | 6 | 0 | 8 |
| 10 |  Al Diriyah | 5 | +1 | 7 |
| 11 |  Al-Fayha | 5 | -3 | 5 |
| 12 |  Al Riyadh | 6 | -10 | 5 |
| 13 |  Al Khaleej Saihat | 6 | -7 | 4 |
| 14 |  Al Taawon | 6 | -3 | 3 |
| 15 |  Al Shabab | 5 | -4 | 3 |
| Relegation | ||||
| 16 |  Al-Fateh | 5 | -4 | 3 |
| 17 |  Al-Faisaly FC | 6 | -6 | 3 |
| 18 |  Abha | 5 | -7 | 1 |
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Season Statistics
Saudi Pro LeagueSeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Pro League2026 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
| Saudi Pro League2025 | 34 | 15 | 8 | 11 | 59 | 46 | 53 |
| Saudi Pro League2024 | 34 | 12 | 9 | 13 | 40 | 39 | 45 |
| Saudi Pro League2023 | 34 | 16 | 11 | 7 | 51 | 35 | 59 |
| Saudi Pro League2022 | 30 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 46 | 34 | 55 |
| Saudi Pro League2021 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| Saudi Pro League2020 | 30 | 13 | 8 | 9 | 42 | 30 | 47 |
| Saudi Pro League2019 | 30 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 33 | 40 | 35 |
| Saudi Pro League2018 | 30 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 61 | 31 | 56 |
| Saudi Pro League2017 | 26 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 43 | 36 | 34 |
Transfers
Arrivals (14)
Oscar Murphy DorleyTransfer Free
19 Aug
Nedim BajramiLoan –
2 Aug
Abdullah Al JadaniTransfer Free2 Aug
Turki Al JaadiTransfer Free
21 Jul
A. HendiTransfer Free
21 Jul
Departures (11)
K. Al KaraniLoan –9 Aug
K. Al QahtaniLoan –9 Aug
Mohammed Mater Mohsin MahzariTransfer Free26 Jul
Muhammad Al DosariLoan –29 Jun
Meshal Al AlaeliLoan –29 Jun
History of Al-Taawoun
Founding and Early Years
Al-Taawoun was founded in 1956 in Buraidah by Saleh Al Wabili, initially under the name "Al-Shabab," before being officially registered as a professional club in 1960 under its current name, which means "cooperation."
Club Evolution
Nicknamed "Sukkari Al-Qassim" (Sugar of Al-Qassim) or "Al-Dhiyab" (The Wolves), the club plays at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Buraidah, shared with local rivals Al-Raed.
Great Managers
José Gomes led the club to the AFC Champions League across three spells between 2014 and 2022, Pedro Emanuel delivered the club's best-ever league finish (3rd) in 2018-19, and Paulo Sérgio won the 2019 King's Cup.
Iconic Players
Mohammad Al-Sahlawi remains linked to the club for scoring the goal that saved it from relegation in 2020, while Colombian Roger Martínez wears the club's colors in the current squad.
Major Achievements
Al-Taawoun won the King's Cup in 2019, becoming the first club from Al-Qassim Province to win the competition, along with the 1996-97 second-division title.
The Club Today
Coached by Serbian Žarko Lazetić since 2026, Al-Taawoun finished 6th in the 2025-26 championship and qualified for the AFC Champions League Two, a solid performance for a club without the resources of Saudi Arabia's grandees.
Frequently asked questions
When is Al Taawon's next match?+
Al Taawon face Al Diriyah on 17 October 2026.
What is Al Taawon's current standing?+
Al Taawon are currently 14 in Saudi Pro League with 3 points.
When was Al-Taawoun founded?+
In 1956 in Buraidah, by Saleh Al Wabili.
What is Al-Taawoun's home stadium?+
King Abdullah Sport City Stadium, in Buraidah.
Who is Al-Taawoun's current head coach?+
Serbian Žarko Lazetić.
Has Al-Taawoun ever won the King's Cup?+
Yes, in 2019, becoming the first club from Al-Qassim to win the competition.
What was Al-Taawoun's best-ever league finish?+
3rd place, in 2018-19.
Where did Al-Taawoun finish in 2025-26?+
6th, qualifying for the AFC Champions League Two.
Which former forward is linked to saving the club from relegation in 2020?+
Mohammad Al-Sahlawi.