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Saudi Arabia and Iraq Clash in Key World Cup Qualifier
10/14/2025
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Story summary
- Saudi Arabia and Iraq will contest a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match at King Abdullah Sports City on Tuesday, with both teams tied on three points atop Group B.
- Saudi Arabia defeated Indonesia 3-2.
- Iraq defeated Indonesia 1-0.
- Iraq holds a slight historical edge, with 18 wins in 37 encounters against Saudi Arabia.
- Predictions expect a close match, with Saudi Arabia favored to win 2-1 on home soil.