Before this match, both Saudi Arabia and Australia had something in common: they both had 5 points and had to change their head coaches mid-season. Both were desperate to secure another 3 points to regain confidence and increase their chances of qualifying for the World Cup. Given the importance of the match, both teams played with extreme determination.
Immediately after the opening whistle, both Saudi Arabia and Australia pushed forward in attack, seeking opportunities. Numerous shots were created, but on a day when strikers from both teams were poor finishers, no goals were scored. The same thing happened in the second half.
Harry Souttar, the central defender currently playing for Sheffield United (England), was unable to help the Australian national team secure three points despite playing at home.
PHOTO: FOOTBALL FEDERATION OF AUSTRALIA
The highlight of the match didn't come until the final minutes of added time. In the 90+3 minute, Sultan Al Ghannam unleashed a decisive shot that the Australian goalkeeper couldn't stop. However, after consulting VAR, the referee decided not to award the goal to Saudi Arabia, ruling that defender Ali Al Bulayhi was in an offside position, interfering with the opponent's ability to make the save.
Ultimately, Australia and Saudi Arabia drew 0-0 and both have 6 points. If the Indonesian team defeats Japan in tomorrow's match (November 15th), coach Shin Tae-yong's team could overtake Australia and Saudi Arabia in the Group C standings. Currently, the Indonesian team has 3 points.
World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers Group C Standings after the match between Australia and Saudi Arabia
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