Lens is affected by a passport problem for one of its players. Saud Abdulhamid, the Saudi defender, is currently stuck in Amsterdam due to the theft of his passport.
What happened?
The player was supposed to join the Saudi Arabian national team for the 2026 World Cup, but the theft of his passport is preventing him from doing so.
Why is this important for Lens?
This absence could have implications for the club, as Saud Abdulhamid is an important player for the team.
What's next?
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is working to resolve the issue so that the player can join the national team as soon as possible.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | Theft of Saud Abdulhamid's passport in Amsterdam |
The Lens defender, on loan from AS Roma, was supposed to be one of the key players for Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup. But for now, he is stuck in Amsterdam waiting for the necessary documents from the Saudi Arabian embassy in the Netherlands.
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