Jeddah: Saudi Arabia has started preparations for its second Group H fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the Green Falcons turning their attention to a crucial encounter against Spain following a determined performance in their opening match.
Head coach Georgios Donis, the Saudi national team held a training session at Q2 Stadium in Austin on Wednesday as players focused on maintaining momentum ahead of Sunday’s highly anticipated clash.
Saudi Arabia enters the match with confidence after securing a valuable point in its tournament opener against Uruguay.
The Green Falcons showed resilience and discipline to earn a 1-1 draw in Miami on Monday despite facing sustained pressure from the South American side for large portions of the game.
The result placed Saudi Arabia in a strong position within a tightly contested Group H.
Earlier in the round, European champions Spain were unexpectedly held to a goalless draw by World Cup newcomers Cape Verde, creating one of the biggest surprises of the tournament’s opening week.
With both opening matches ending in draws, all four teams in Group H—Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Spain, and Cape Verde currently sit level on one point, leaving qualification for the knockout stages wide open.
The upcoming meeting between Saudi Arabia and Spain is expected to play a significant role in shaping the group standings.
A positive result for the Green Falcons could strengthen their chances of progressing to the next round and potentially place them in a favorable position heading into the final group stage match.
Team officials and supporters will be encouraged by Saudi Arabia’s disciplined display against Uruguay, where the players demonstrated tactical organization and determination against one of football’s traditional powerhouses.
The Green Falcons will now look to carry that momentum into Sunday’s challenge against Spain as they continue their campaign on football’s biggest stage.
“Saudi Arabia will be aiming to capitalize when it faces Spain in a match that could prove decisive in the race for a place in the knockout stages.”
The match is expected to attract significant attention from fans across the Middle East and beyond, with both teams seeking their first victory of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
