Saudi Arabia draw with Iraq, book their place at the World Cup | OneFootball

On Tuesday, Saudi Arabia drew 0-0 with Iraq at The Jewel Stadium in the fourth round of the Asian Qualifiers. Thus, they secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Standings situation

Saudi Arabia finished the group stage on top, with four points. Iraq, behind on tiebreakers, came in second and will need to play the playoffs for the World Cup.

📋 Match summary

🟢SAUDI ARABIA 0 X 0 IRAQ🔴

🏆 Competition: 4th round of Group B of the Asian Qualifiers 🏟️ Venue: The Jewel, in Jeddah 📅 Date: October 14, 2025 (Tuesday) ⏰ Time: 3:45 p.m. (Brasília time)

How the match went

Playing at home, Saudi Arabia controlled the first half and created chances, but was ineffective in the final third. Iraq held firm in defense, keeping the score at zero.

Despite needing only a draw, Saudi Arabia stayed on the attack in the second half and created dangerous chances, but was stopped by good saves from Jalal Hassan.

Next matches

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia vs. To be determined (Arab Nations Cup) Date and time: 12/02 (Tuesday) at 2:00 p.m. Venue: Education City Stadium, in Doha

Iraq

Iraq vs. To be determined (Arab Nations Cup) Date and time: 12/03 (Wednesday) at 11:30 a.m. Venue: Stadium 974, in Doha

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.