Strong Statements from Saudi National Team Stars After Draw with Uruguay

The Saudi national team players showed strong reactions following their 1-1 draw against Uruguay in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

Salem Al-Dawsari, the team captain, confirmed that the start was positive, although he believed that the team was capable of securing all three points during the match.

Al-Dosari said that the Green Falcons delivered a good performance against one of the strongest international teams, emphasizing the need to address the mistakes before the upcoming matches.

The captain of the Saudi national team added that the players are moving step by step towards achieving their goals, focusing on the upcoming match and securing victory.

Mohammed Al-Owais, the goalkeeper for the Green Falcons, explained that the draw result made the group more balanced, as all teams now have a chance to compete.

Al-Owais pointed out that the opening matches in major tournaments always witness some mistakes, emphasizing that the team is gradually adapting to the World Cup atmosphere.

Abdullah Al-Amri expressed his joy at scoring his first goal in the World Cup, emphasizing that the most important goal was achieving victory and securing the three points.

Al-Amri entered the history of the Saudi national team by becoming the first defender in the center-back position to score for the Green Falcons during the World Cup competitions.

Hassan Tambakti and Nawaf Boushal emphasized that a draw does not reflect the ambitions of the Saudi national team, asserting that the team aims to go far in the tournament.

Bushel said that the point is important at the beginning of the journey, especially after all the teams in the group drew, while Tembakti emphasized that the ambition is to compete in every match.

The Saudi national team is preparing to face Spain in the second round of Group H, with a strong desire to continue their journey and secure qualification for the next stage.