Australia, Saudi Arabia and 2026 World Cup

Australia and Saudi Arabia draw 0-0 in World Cup qualifier
MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia and Saudi Arabia drew 0-0 in Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday. While there was late drama there was little quality on display.
Late drama as Saudis hold Australia in World Cup qualifier
Saudi Arabia had a goal disallowed in extra-time as they ground out a scoreless draw against Australia on Thursday, a result that did neither side any favours in their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers, Points table LIVE: Australia second after draw vs Saudi Arabia, Iran tops Group A
The third round of FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers continues to provide nail-biting clashes with Saudi Arabia holding Australia to a goalless draw on return of its coach Herve Renard.
Struggling Australia and Saudi Arabia play a crucial Asian World Cup qualifier
Australia and Saudi Arabia play a crucial World Cup qualifier in Melbourne on Thursday while Japan and South Korea can take a huge step towards North America in 2026 in the third round of Asian qualifying.
Soccer-Late Zhang winner reignites China's World Cup dream, Saudis hold Australia
China reignited their World Cup qualification hopes with a last-gasp 1-0 win over Bahrain in Riffa thanks to a Zhang Yuning strike after Herve Renard marked his return to the Saudi Arabia dugout with a 0-0 draw against hosts Australia on Thursday.
FIFA urged to delay naming Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup host
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have urged FIFA to delay confirming Saudi Arabia as the 2034 men’s World Cup host until the kingdom addresses pressing human rights concerns,
Where to watch Socceroos vs. Saudi Arabia live stream, TV channel, time, lineups, prediction for Australia's World Cup qualifier
Here’s how to watch Australia's World Cup qualifier on TV and live stream as well as the latest team news. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.
Rejuvenated Australia ready for Saudi challenge in pivotal World Cup qualifier
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Late Zhang Yuning winner reignites China's World Cup dream, Saudis hold Australia
The Chinese move to six points from five games with Zhang's 91st minute winner. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Socceroos rue missed chances in World Cup qualifier
Australia has fought out a frustrating nil-all draw in its World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabi in Melbourne.
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Wallabies' nemesis declares 'world rugby needs Australia'
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Dates and venues revealed for 2026 women's Asian Cup in Australia
Australia, which saw bumper crowds when it co-hosted the Women's World Cup with New Zealand last year, was awarded the ...