Saudia Arabia has unexpectedly beaten the highly-ranked Argentina in the first match of both teams in the World Cup. With the game, they have broken Argentina’s 36 games unbeaten streak.
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Saudi Arabia’s performance against Argentina
Argentina lost their first match of the FIFA World Cup against Saudi Arabia with a final scoreline of 2-1. Messi’s penalty goal in the first half was not enough to beat Saudi as they returned 2 goals in the second half.
Saleh Alshehri scored in the 48th minute with a slight touch from the left side of the post. Five minutes later, Salem Aldawasari scored a stunning goal from outside the box leaving Martinez standed.
With the win, Saudi Arabia gathered 3 points while Messi and Argentina leave with 0 points in Group C.
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