Saudi Arabia
Uruguay
Uruguay
Saudi Arabia
Team Overview
In their last outing, Saudi Arabia faced Senegal in a friendly match that ended in a goalless draw. This result marked a continuation of their recent struggles, as they have only managed one win in their last four matches.
Team Overview
Uruguay's most recent match ended in a stalemate against Algeria, with both teams failing to score. This result reflects a challenging period for Uruguay, who have not won in their last four matches.
Match statistics (Algeria vs Uruguay):
In a closely contested match, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay ended their World Cup group stage encounter in a 1-1 draw. Abdulelah Al-Amri opened the scoring for the home side just before halftime, but Uruguay's Maximiliano Araújo equalized in the 80th minute, ensuring both teams left the pitch with a point.
The match saw Uruguay dominate possession with 65%, compared to Saudi Arabia's 35%. However, the home team displayed resilience, managing to create seven total shots, though only three were on target, while Uruguay registered a staggering 24 shots, with nine testing the goalkeeper.
Set pieces were a significant factor, as Uruguay earned ten corners to Saudi Arabia's four, reflecting their attacking intent. Despite this, the Saudi defense held firm for much of the match, although they conceded a late goal that shifted the momentum.
Fouls were relatively balanced, with Saudi Arabia committing 11 compared to Uruguay's six, and the home side received the only yellow card of the match. This draw leaves both teams with a point as they look ahead to their next fixtures in the tournament.
Saudi Arabia has struggled recently, with their last ten matches yielding only one win, scoring a total of five goals while conceding eight. Their recent form shows a lack of offensive firepower, averaging just 1.0 goals per game. In contrast, Uruguay has been more consistent, with four goals scored in their last ten matches and a slightly better defensive record, conceding seven goals.
In their head-to-head encounters, Uruguay has a perfect record against Saudi Arabia, winning the only match played between them in the 2018 World Cup. The average goals per game in this matchup stands at 1.00, indicating a tendency for low-scoring affairs. Additionally, Uruguay's superior possession statistics (59% in their last match) suggest they are more capable of controlling the game.
Uruguay is expected to adopt a tactical approach that emphasizes ball control and quick transitions, likely utilizing their midfield strength to exploit Saudi Arabia's defensive vulnerabilities. They may focus on creating chances through the wings, aiming for set-pieces where they can capitalize on their height advantage.
M. Al Owais
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S. Abdulhamid
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A. Al Amri
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H. Tambakti
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M. Al Harbi
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M. Abu Al Shamat
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A. Al Khaibari
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N. Al Dawsari
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S. Al Dawsari
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F. Al Buraikan
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M. Al Juwayr
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S. Rochet
G
G. Varela
D
R. Araujo
D
J. M. Gimenez
D
M. Olivera
D
A. Canobbio
M
F. Valverde
M
M. Ugarte
M
M. Araujo
M
G. de Arrascaeta
F
F. Vinas
F
