Florida, June 16 -- Saudi Arabia held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in a tense Group Stage clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, producing a result shaped by Saudi resilience and late Uruguay pressure.
Saudi Arabia took the lead in the 41st minute through Abdulelah Al-Amri, who capitalised on a well-worked attacking phase to finish calmly past the Uruguayan goalkeeper. The goal gave Saudi Arabia a surprise advantage going into half-time, as they managed to frustrate Uruguay's attacking rhythm with disciplined defensive organisation and sharp goalkeeping from Mohammed Al-Owais.
Uruguay, however, grew increasingly dominant after the break, pushing Saudi Arabia deeper and controlling possession through Federico Valv...