After spending billions, Saudi Arabia gets a World Cup wake-up call against Spain

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Saudi Arabia's national football team faced a heavy defeat against Spain in the World Cup after having previously achieved a surprise victory over Argentina in 2022. The match revealed challenges despite Saudi Arabia's substantial investments in football.

Sitting on the bench, Saudi Arabia striker Saleh Al-Shehri could only put his head in his hands as Spain extended its lead to 4-0 early into the second half at the World Cup. Saudi Arabia had always been a heavy underdog against the European champion. After all, in 2022, Saudi Arabia had famously defeated Argentina in the World Cup.