The Saudi national team is looking for a new coach after their exit from the 2026 World Cup, and a historic coach, Argentine Gabriel Calderon, is offering himself to Saudi Arabia.

What happened?

Calderon commented on Saudi Arabia's exit from the 2026 World Cup, after they finished last in Group 8 with 2 points, from 2 draws with Uruguay and Cape Verde, and a heavy defeat to Spain with a 4-0 score.

Why does he want to return?

Calderon gave statements to the Saudi newspaper "Al-Riyadh", in which he explained his desire to return to Saudi Arabia, after achieving everything there, enjoying football and the Saudi people, and qualifying for the World Cup without losing any match.

What does he hope for?

He hopes to have the opportunity to live and work again in this new era of football in Saudi Arabia, according to Calderon's statement.

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2025-12-18Saudi Arabia vs UAE0-0

Recently, the Saudi national team has recorded mixed results, with 1W-1D-3L in their last 5 matches, according to the latest available data.