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Saudi Arabia

Al-Suqour · AFC

Group A FIFA #38 0 ×🏆
World Cup Titles 0
Appearances 6
Best Finish Round of 16
Coach Roberto Mancini

Saudi Arabia at World Cup 2026

Saudi Arabia enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup looking to make history, drawn in Group A alongside Mexico, Poland, Ecuador. Managed by Roberto Mancini, Saudi Arabia is currently ranked #38 in the FIFA World Rankings. Team Legend is their all-time leading World Cup scorer with 3 goals.

2026 World Cup Squad

Full Saudi Arabia squad managed by Roberto Mancini.

Goalkeepers

Top League Club Age: 23 | Caps: 21
Top League Club Age: 28 | Caps: 21
Top League Club Age: 27 | Caps: 41

Defenders

Top League Club Age: 26 | Caps: 41
Top League Club Age: 28 | Caps: 38
Top League Club Age: 25 | Caps: 40
Top League Club Age: 28 | Caps: 22
Top League Club Age: 26 | Caps: 5
Top League Club Age: 25 | Caps: 13
Top League Club Age: 27 | Caps: 21
Top League Club Age: 27 | Caps: 41

Midfielders

Top League Club Age: 29 | Caps: 44
Top League Club Age: 24 | Caps: 47
Top League Club Age: 23 | Caps: 16
Top League Club Age: 23 | Caps: 18
Top League Club Age: 23 | Caps: 32
Top League Club Age: 23 | Caps: 14
Top League Club Age: 29 | Caps: 35

Forwards

Top League Club Age: 26 | Caps: 15
Top League Club Age: 26 | Caps: 32
Top League Club Age: 25 | Caps: 36
Top League Club Age: 28 | Caps: 32
Top League Club Age: 28 | Caps: 19
Top League Club Age: 26 | Caps: 35

Saudi Arabia Fixtures — Group A

All Saudi Arabia group stage matches. Times in Eastern Time (ET). View full schedule →

Saudi Arabia vs Mexico 🇲🇽
Fri, Jun 12, 5:00 AM UTC
AT&T Stadium, Dallas
Group A
Group A
Saudi Arabia vs Poland 🇵🇱
Wed, Jun 17, 9:00 AM UTC
BMO Field, Toronto
Group A
Group A
Saudi Arabia vs Ecuador 🇪🇨
Sun, Jun 21, 1:00 PM UTC
MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
Group A
Group A

Group A Standings

See full Group A standings and fixtures.

Team P W D L Pts
🇲🇽 Mexico 0 0 0 0 0
🇵🇱 Poland 0 0 0 0 0
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia 0 0 0 0 0
🇪🇨 Ecuador 0 0 0 0 0

Saudi Arabia World Cup History

Tournament Record

  • Tournaments: 6
  • Titles: None
  • Runners-up: None
  • Best finish: Round of 16 (1994)

All-Time Stats

  • Matches: 24
  • Wins / Draws / Losses: 8 / 6 / 10
  • Win rate: 33.3%
  • Goals: 31 scored, 26 conceded
  • All-time top scorer: Team Legend (3)

Key Players to Watch

Saudi Arabia Forward A ↗

Forward

Key attacking player for Saudi Arabia with pace and finishing ability. Expected to lead the line in 2026.

Saudi Arabia Midfielder A ↗

Midfielder

Creative midfielder who controls Saudi Arabia's tempo and creates chances for teammates.

Saudi Arabia Goalkeeper A ↗

Goalkeeper

Experienced goalkeeper providing stability and leadership for Saudi Arabia's defense.

Tactical Analysis

Style of Play

Formation: 3-4-3

Physical and direct style focusing on set pieces

Strengths

  • Physical and athletic team
  • Solid defensive organization
  • Motivated underdogs with nothing to lose
  • Can frustrate bigger teams with discipline

Weaknesses

  • Limited quality in depth
  • Inexperience on the world stage
  • May struggle to create chances against organized defenses

2026 World Cup Chances

Very Low

Saudi Arabia enters as major underdogs at #38 in FIFA rankings. Their primary goal will be to compete well, gain experience, and potentially snatch a surprise result. Making it out of the group stage would be a historic achievement for the nation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What group is Saudi Arabia in for World Cup 2026?
Saudi Arabia is in Group A for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They will face Mexico, Poland, Ecuador in the group stage.
When does Saudi Arabia play their first match in 2026?
Saudi Arabia's opening match is scheduled for mid-June 2026. Specific dates and kickoff times will be confirmed closer to the tournament.
How many World Cups has Saudi Arabia won?
Saudi Arabia has not won a FIFA World Cup yet. Their best finish was Round of 16 (1994). They will be looking to make history in 2026.
Who is Saudi Arabia's coach for the 2026 World Cup?
Roberto Mancini is Saudi Arabia's head coach for the 2026 World Cup. He will be responsible for leading the team through the tournament.
What is Saudi Arabia's current FIFA ranking?
Saudi Arabia is currently ranked #38 in the FIFA World Rankings, making them a competitive team in the 2026 World Cup.

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