US EditionSaudi Arabia Moves a Step Closer to Qualification for 2026 World Cup
Saudi Arabia recovered from an early deficit to lead 2-1 at halftime with goals including a penalty scored by Al-Buraikan, maintaining their favorite status in Group B.
- Saudi Arabia beat Indonesia 3-2 at King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, with late goals sealing the victory.
- As a fourth-round Group B tie, the AFC World Cup 2026 qualifiers pitted powerhouse Saudi Arabia against Indonesia, ranked 119th and coached by Patrick Kluivert, who beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 last year.
- At 17 minutes, Saleh Abu Al-Shamat equalised and Firas Al-Buraikan's penalty restored Saudi Arabia's lead after replays showed Al-Tambakti's handball led to Indonesia's penalty.
- By securing the victory, Saudi Arabia moved within 90 minutes of 2026 World Cup qualification despite Mohamed Kanno's stoppage-time red card.
- Indonesia's World Cup hopes hinge on beating Iraq on Saturday, as only fourth round group winners earn automatic berths; fans in India can watch via the FanCode app and website.
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Saudi Arabia moves a step closer to qualification for 2026 World Cup
Saudi Arabia beat Indonesia 3-2 to move within 90 minutes of qualification for the 2026 World Cup. A victory against Iraq next Tuesday, also in Jeddah, would guarantee Saudi Arabia first place in Group B and a seventh World Cup appearance.
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