Australia and Saudi Arabia Stalemate in World Cup Qualifier
Australia and Saudi Arabia played to a 0-0 draw in the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers. Key moments included a disallowed goal for offside, a VAR penalty review, and crucial saves from both sides. Both teams remain four points behind group leader Japan.
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Australia and Saudi Arabia ended their World Cup qualifying encounter in a goalless draw on Thursday, leaving both teams in search of critical points.
The match featured tense moments, such as a disallowed goal for Saudi Arabia and a penalty appeal for Australia overturned by VAR.
Ultimately, the defense held sway, with both sides falling further behind Group C leader Japan in the standings.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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