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Saudi Arabia down Indonesia; Qatar, Oman draw in AFC World Cup qualifiers

Saudi Arabia down Indonesia; Qatar, Oman draw in AFC World Cup qualifiers

Summary

Saudi Arabia won 3-2 against Indonesia in an AFC World Cup qualifier match. Oman held Qatar to a 0-0 draw in another qualifier game. Both matches are part of Asia's efforts to qualify for the World Cup set to take place in North America.

Key Facts

  • Saudi Arabia won 3-2 against Indonesia in a World Cup qualifying match.
  • Feras Al-Brikan scored two goals for Saudi Arabia.
  • Indonesia scored twice from penalties, once in the 11th minute and again near the end of the match.
  • Saudi Arabia’s win helps their chances of qualifying for the World Cup finals.
  • Qatar and Oman played to a 0-0 draw in their qualifier match.
  • The group winners from these matches qualify directly for the World Cup finals in 2026.
  • Japan, South Korea, Australia, Iran, Jordan, and Uzbekistan have already qualified for the finals in the Asian group.
  • The World Cup finals will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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