More than 1.4 million Muslims have begun this year's Hajj pilgrimage in the Saudi holy city of Mecca, a year after 1,300 people died, mostly due to the extreme heat.Saudi authorities say they have stepped up safety precautions for the annual event.

A Saudi government spokesperson says more than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in the country for this year's Hajj.

Millions will make the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. The kingdom faces scrutiny over safety after more than 1,300 people died last year.

Simone Inzaghi took over as head coach of Al-Hilal on Wednesday, a day after leaving Inter Milan and two weeks before the Saudi Arabian club's first game at the Club World Cup. Inzaghi signed a two-year deal after Al-Hilal lured him with an offer of reportedly more than 20 million euros ($23 million) per season.

Simone Inzaghi has arrived in Saudi Arabia and posed with the Al-Hilal jersey, as the ex-Inter coach prepares to begin this new experience.The tactician confirmed yesterday that he would not be

Simone Inzaghi has left Inter Milan by mutual consent and is widely expected to take charge of Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal. Following a meeting with Inter officials on Tuesday, Inzaghi decided the time was right to leave the Nerazzurri.

Bruno Fernandes confirmed Tuesday he rejected a huge offer from Saudi Arabia to stay at Manchester United, saying he wanted to "continue to play at the highest level".The player said a transfer would have been "easy" with several Portuguese players already in Saudi Arabia,

Bruno Fernandes has turned down a staggering £100 million offer from Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal, choosing to remain with Manchester United as Ruben Amorim embarks on a significant rebuild at Old Trafford.

Bruno Fernandes has turned down a big-money move to Saudi Arabia, choosing instead to stay in Europe and playing at top level. Al Hilal had their eyes set on the Portuguese playmaker. The Saudi Pro League club reportedly offered a massive deal,