Saudi Arabia held 0–0 by Senegal as World Cup prep continues

Stalemate in final warm-up

Saudi Arabia played out a 0–0 draw with Senegal in a friendly on Thursday (1). It was a flat performance that has the Senegalese press calling their own preparation "worrying" – but for Saudi fans, the bigger question is what the team showed ahead of the World Cup. A clean sheet is something to build on, though the lack of cutting edge will need addressing before the group stage.

Saudi clubs eye Alphonso Davies

Representatives of Saudi clubs have explored the conditions of a potential deal for Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies (2). Nothing concrete yet, but the interest is real. Davies, still only 25, would be a statement signing for the Saudi Pro League if talks progress beyond the exploratory stage.

World Cup path set

Saudi Arabia's group at the 2026 World Cup is confirmed: Uruguay, Spain, and Cape Verde (3). Uruguay's Ronald Araujo is racing to recover from a muscle injury in time for the opening match, while Spain will bring an 18-year-old Lamine Yamal – not fully fit but still dangerous. The group is tough, but the opportunity is there.