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Saudi Arabia national football team prepares for Cape Verde clash in World Cup 2026 The Saudi national team is gearing up to face Cape Verde in the third round of the group stage.
What happened?
Hassan Tambakti, the Saudi national team's defender, has been injured just hours before the crucial match against Cape Verde.
Why does it matter for the team?
The Saudi national team is at the bottom of the group standings with one point, while Cape Verde is in third place with two points.
What's next?
The Saudi team will advance to the next round if they win the three points, pending Uruguay's victory over La Roja.
| Match | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia vs Spain | 2026-06-21 | 0-4 |
Background
The Saudi newspaper Al-Youm reported on Hassan Tambakti's injury, which forced him to miss the team's group training.
Coach Georgios Donis is preparing Ali Lajami as a replacement to fill the gap.
The Saudi national team will play a crucial match against Cape Verde on 2026-06-27.
