Saudi Arabia draw 1–1 against Uruguay in World Cup opening game
Summary
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay played to a 1-1 draw in their opening World Cup game. Saudi Arabia scored first through Abdulelah Alamri, but Maxi Araujo scored late for Uruguay to tie the match.Key Facts
- The match was part of Group H in the World Cup.
- Saudi Arabia scored their goal in the 41st minute by Abdulelah Alamri.
- Maxi Araujo scored the equalizer for Uruguay about 10 minutes before the end.
- Uruguay’s coach Marcelo Bielsa said they missed a chance to win.
- Saudi Arabia’s goalkeeper, Mohammed Alowais, made several important saves.
- Saudi Arabia has not advanced past the group stage since the USA hosted the World Cup in 1994.
- Uruguay has won the World Cup twice before, in 1930 and 1950.
- The game took place at Miami Stadium.
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