Miami, June 16 (QNA) - Saudi Arabia began its 2026 FIFA World Cup journey with a 1-1 draw against Uruguay in their first Group H match of the tournament.
Saudi Arabia dominated the first half with a remarkable performance, creating several dangerous chances, most notably through Salem Al Dawsari and Abdulelah Al Amri. Al Amri proceeded to score in the 40th minute.
In the second half, Uruguay intensified their pressure in search of an equalizer. Maxi Araujo scored for the South American side in the 80th minute, ending the match 1-1.
With this result, Saudi Arabia earned its first point in the tournament, equaling the teams in Group H with one point each, after the other match in the group ended with a goalless draw between Spain and Cape Verde in one of the biggest surprises of the first round.
Saudi Arabia will play its second group stage match against Spain on Sunday, while Uruguay will face Cape Verde. (QNA)