πΈπ¦ Saudi Arabia
World Cup 2026 | Group H | Power rating | World rank #38
About Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia are a multiple Asian champion and regular World Cup side. An AFC side, they enter the 2026 World Cup rated 1684 -38th of the 48 teams -in Group H.
Reached the Round of 16 in 1994 and famously beat Argentina in 2022. Technical and quick, favouring short passing and energetic pressing.
Drawn alongside Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde, their toughest group test on paper is the meeting with Spain. The model lists them 3rd in the group and to fall short of the knockout rounds.
Detailed team profile
Overview
Saudi Arabia are a domestically based, tournament-seasoned AFC side shaped around discipline and transition play.
World Cup history
Saudi Arabia are making their seventh World Cup appearance. Their best finish remains the Round of 16 in 1994, while 2022 is remembered for the upset win over Argentina.
Recent form
Saudi Arabia reached the finals through the AFC playoff route, sealing qualification with a 0-0 draw against Iraq.
2026 World Cup angle
In Group H with Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia likely need points from Cape Verde and at least one disciplined result against a favorite.
Group-stage results & analysis
| Match | Score | Saudi Arabia model share |
|---|---|---|
| vs πΊπΎ Uruguay FT | 1 : 1 | -- |
| vs πͺπΈ Spain FT | 0 : 4 | -- |
| vs π¨π» Cape Verde | 1 : 1 | 50% |