Saudi Arabia 2-1 Argentina.
Updated June 20, 2026 · DynastyDaily Editorial · ● Live Last updated: 2026-06-21T02:18:50Z
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Saudi Arabia 2-1 Argentina at the World Cup on 22 November 2022 at Lusail Stadium, Lusail (Group stage). Messi 10' (pen) (ARG); Al-Shehri 48', Al-Dawsari 53' (KSA).
Match facts
| Date | 22 November 2022 |
| Venue | Lusail Stadium, Lusail |
| Round | Group stage |
| Result | Saudi Arabia 2-1 Argentina |
| Attendance | 88,012 |
| Scorers | Messi 10' (pen) (ARG); Al-Shehri 48', Al-Dawsari 53' (KSA) |
The story
Argentina entered the World Cup on a 36-game unbeaten run and lost their opening match 2-1 to Saudi Arabia. Salem Al-Dawsari's extraordinary curling shot from the edge of the area gave Saudi Arabia a 2-1 lead they then defended for 45 minutes. The result reset the entire tournament narrative — Argentina recovered to win every other match, including the final on penalties against France in the greatest final ever played.
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