Saudi Arabia began its campaign with an exciting 1-1 draw against Uruguay, while the Spanish team, the European champion, stumbled against Cape Verde with a goalless draw that constituted an early warning for them in the World Cup.
The match between Spain and Saudi Arabia holds special importance for both teams, as each of them seeks to score the first 3 points and get close to securing a seat in the second round.
Spain formation against Saudi Arabia
Spanish coach Luis de la Fuente chose a strong lineup to face Saudi Arabia, making 4 changes from the starting lineup that played the first match.
Goalkeeper: Unai Simon
Defense: Marc Cucurella – Aymeric Laporte – Pau Cobarci – Pedro Porro
Midfield: Dani Olmo – Rodri – Pedri
Attack: Alex Pena – Lamine Yamal – Mikel Oyarzabal
Saudi Arabia formation against Spain
On the other hand, Greek coach Georgios Donis chose a balanced squad to face the European champion, hoping to achieve a positive result that would bring the Saudi team closer to qualifying for the second round.
Goalkeeper: Mohammed Al Owais
Defense: Mutaib Al-Harbi – Ali Lagami – Hassan Timbukti – Abdul-Ilah Al-Omari – Saud Abdul-Hamid
Midfield: Musab Al-Jawir – Nasser Al-Dosari – Abdullah Al-Khaibari
Attack: Salem Al-Dosari – Firas Al-Braikan
