Watch: Neymar Performs Saudi Ardha Dance for KSA National Day

Brazilian football player Neymar da Silva, who is currently playing for Al Hilal SFC, has joined his teammates in performing the iconic Ardha dance on the occasion of Saudi Arabia's 93rd National Day. 

Neymar donned a traditional Saudi uniform comprising a "thobe" (traditional robe), "shemagh" (headscarf), and "aqal" (headband) while performing the dance.

Al Hilal's Malcom, Aleksandar Mitrović, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Moroccan Yassine Bouno also participated in the Saudi Ardha dance.

 

 

 

 

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This is seen as a symbolic gesture of solidarity with the Saudi people as well as the blending of cultures.

Neymar was not alone in his cultural immersion; Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, and others were also seen wearing Saudi bisht. 

Image source: @alhilal Instagram account.