article author: Ali Khaled Author: Sat, 2026-06-27 23: 02 RIYADH: As the clock ticked down on Saudi Arabia’s 0-0 draw with Cabo Verde, and on their 2026 World Cup campaign, the online backlash was in full swing. A toothless display against the first-time participants meant the national team would be packing and heading home at the end of the tournament’s group stage for the third time in a row, following similar exits in 2018 in Russia and 2022 in Qatar. Main category: Football Sport Tags: FIFA World Cup 2026 Editor’s Choice Green Falcons Special



