The Saudi Arabian national team exits the 2026 World Cup after a goalless draw with Cape Verde. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has begun to evaluate the team's performance in the tournament.

What happened?

The Saudi Arabian national team lost its chance to advance to the next round after a draw with Cape Verde. The result was 0-0, leading to Saudi Arabia's exit from the tournament.

Why does it matter?

Evaluating the performance in the 2026 World Cup will help determine the future of the coaching staff under Donis. The Saudi Arabian Football Federation awaits reports to assess the performance, which will include a comprehensive evaluation of various aspects.

What comes next?

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation will make a decision about Donis' future after evaluating the performance. The Saudi Arabian national team hopes to improve its results in the future, after its last result was a 0-0 draw with the United Arab Emirates on December 18, 2025. | Date | Result | | --- | --- | | December 18, 2025 | 0-0 against United Arab Emirates | The Saudi Arabian national team has recorded mixed results recently, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses in its last 5 matches.