article author: Mohammed Fayad Thu, 2026-06-25 10: 35 RIYADH: Not many expected Saudi Arabia to still be in contention for a direct place in the Round of 32 heading into the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then again, few expected Group H to unfold the way it has. The expectation before the tournament was straightforward: Spain and Uruguay would arrive at the final matchday on six points, leaving Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde to battle for a slim chance as one of the best third-place teams. Main category: Sport Saudi Football Tags: FIFA World Cup 2026 Green Falcons Saudi National Team



