Jeddah, October 16, 2024 – The FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers witnessed a goalless draw today between the Saudi Arabian and Bahraini national teams during the fourth round of the tournament, held at the King Abdullah International Stadium in Jeddah. Both teams struggled to find the back of the net despite numerous attempts, resulting in a closely contested match that ended in a stalemate.
Following this result, the Saudi team now has 5 points, placing them third in their qualifying group. Meanwhile, Bahrain also earned 5 points, but sits in fourth place due to goal difference. The runner-up in the group, Australia, remains ahead of both teams, thanks to a better goal differential, adding further pressure on Saudi Arabia as the qualifiers progress.
The match, though lacking goals, was a pivotal moment for both teams as they continue to vie for a coveted spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Saudi Arabia will need to sharpen their offensive strategies in upcoming matches to improve their standings and boost their chances of advancing. As the competition intensifies, the teams are keenly aware of the importance of every point earned in the qualification rounds.