Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Editors | Last Updated On: June 02, 2026
Saudi Arabia are back at the World Cup for the first time in 27 years, ending a wait that stretched all the way back to France 1998, with Steve Clarke's side facing Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti in Group C - opening against Haiti on June 13 in Foxborough across nine total tournament appearances, still searching for their first-ever knockout round.
Saudi Arabia enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 with confidence after several impressive performances in recent international tournaments. Known for technical football, disciplined teamwork, and passionate support, Saudi Arabia remains one of Asia’s most successful football nations.
Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
| Football Association | Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) |
| Confederation | AFC |
| Nickname | The Green Falcons |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 60 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1994 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 7 |
| Consecutive Appearances | 3 (2018-2026) |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Round of 16 (1994) |
| Total Matches Played | 19 |
| Total Wins | 4 |
| Total Draws | 2 |
| Total Losses | 13 |
| Goals Scored | 14 |
| Goals Conceded | 39 |
| Win Percentage | 21% |
| Clean Sheets | 3 |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Mohammed Al-Deayea - 10 |
| Most Goals by Player | Sami Al-Jaber - 3 |
| Largest Victory | 1-0 vs Belgium (1994) |
| Biggest Defeat | 0-8 vs Germany (2002) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2022 |
Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Coach: Georgios Donis
Goalkeepers: Mohamed Al Owais (Al-Ula), Nawaf Al Aqidi (Al-Nassr), Ahmed Alkassar (Al-Qadsiah).
Defenders: Saud Abdulhamid (Lens), Hassan Tambakti (Al-Hilal), Ali Lajami (Al-Hilal), Hassan Kadesh (Al-Ittihad), Abdulelah Al Amri (Al-Nassr), Moteb Al Harbi (Al-Hilal), Nawaf Boushal (Al-Nassr), Ali Majrashi (Al-Ahli), Jehad Thakri (Al-Qadsiah), Mohammed Abu Alshamat (Al-Qadsiah).
Midfielders: Mohamed Kanno (Al-Hilal), Nasser Al Dawsari (Al-Hilal), Abdullah Al Khaibari (Al-Nassr), Musab Al Juwayr (Al-Qadsiah), Ziyad Al Johani (Al-Ahli), Ayman Yahya (Al-Nassr), Khalid Al Ghannam (Al-Ettifaq), Sultan Mandash (Al-Hilal), Alaa Al Hejji (Neom).
Forwards: Salem Al Dawsari (Al-Hilal), Feras Al Brikan (Al-Ahli), Saleh Al Shehri (Al-Ittihad), Abdullah Al Hamdan (Al-Nassr).
Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Time (Local) | Team 1 | Team 2 | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Mon, June 15 | 18:00 | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay | Miami Stadium (Hard Rock) |
| 38 | Sun, June 21 | 12:00 | Spain | Saudi Arabia | Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz) |
| 61 | Fri, June 26 | 12:00 | Saudi Arabia | Cabo Verde | Houston Stadium (NRG) |
Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 June 2026 | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | Upcoming Fixture | Miami Stadium (Hard Rock), Miami Gardens | Group Stage |
| 21 June 2026 | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | Upcoming Fixture | Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz), Atlanta | Group Stage |
| 26 June 2026 | Saudi Arabia vs Cabo Verde | Upcoming Fixture | Houston Stadium (NRG), Houston | Group Stage |
Saudi Arabia All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 19 |
| Wins | 4 |
| Draws | 2 |
| Losses | 13 |
| Goals Scored | 14 |
| Goals Conceded | 39 |
| Clean Sheets | 3 |
| Best Finish | Round of 16 (1994) |
Saudi Arabia Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohammed Al-Deayea | 10 | 4 | 1994-2006 |
| 2 | Sami Al-Jaber | 10 | 4 | 1994-2006 |
| 3 | Yasser Al-Qahtani | 6 | 2 | 2006-2018 |
| 4 | Salem Al-Dawsari | 6 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 5 | Yasir Al-Shahrani | 6 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 6 | Mohamed Kanno | 6 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 7 | Salman Al-Faraj | 6 | 2 | 2018-2022 |
| 8 | Fahad Al-Muwallad | 3 | 1 | 2018 |
| 9 | Saud Abdulhamid | 3 | 1 | 2022 |
| 10 | Firas Al-Buraikan | 3 | 1 | 2022 |
Saudi Arabia Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sami Al-Jaber | 3 | 10 | 1994-2006 |
| 2 | Salem Al-Dawsari | 3 | 6 | 2018-2022 |
| 3 | Yasser Al-Qahtani | 1 | 6 | 2006-2018 |
| 4 | Saeed Al-Owairan | 1 | 4 | 1994 |
| 5 | Fouad Anwar | 2 | 4 | 1994 |
| 6 | Salman Al-Faraj | 1 | 6 | 2018-2022 |
| 7 | Firas Al-Buraikan | 0 | 3 | 2022 |
| 8 | Abdullah Al-Hamdan | 0 | 0 | 2026 |
| 9 | Ayman Yahya | 0 | 0 | 2026 |
| 10 | Saleh Al-Shehri | 0 | 1 | 2022 |
FAQs About Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup Records
Saudi Arabia reached the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup in 1994.
Sami Al-Jaber and Salem Al-Dawsari are Saudi Arabia’s joint top FIFA World Cup goalscorers with three goals each.
Saudi Arabia has appeared in seven FIFA World Cup tournaments.
The Saudi Arabia national football team is popularly known as The Green Falcons.
Salem Al-Dawsari scored the winning goal in Saudi Arabia’s historic 2-1 victory over Argentina at FIFA World Cup 2022.
References
- FIFA Official Website
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Page
- Saudi Arabian Football Federation
- FIFA Men’s World Ranking