Uruguay and Saudi Arabia finish 1-1 after late goal in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Uruguay and Saudi Arabia finish 1-1 after late goal in World Cup match
Summary

Uruguay and Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 in their World Cup Group H opener on June 16. Saudi Arabia held a 1-0 lead for most of the match thanks to a first-half goal. However, Maxi Araújo scored in the 80th minute for Uruguay to rescue a point. The draw is viewed as an upset considering Uruguay's status in the tournament. The match showcased strong defensive work from Saudi goaltender Mohammed Al-Owais.

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By the Numbers
  • •Match took place on June 16 in Group H of the World Cup.
  • •Saudi Arabia scored first and led until late in the match.
  • •Maxi Araújo equalized for Uruguay in the 80th minute.
  • •Uruguay dominated possession but struggled to score.
  • •Saudi goaltender Mohammed Al-Owais had a standout performance.
Latest Updates
  • 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Saudi Arabia v Uruguay: Araujo Rescues Point for Two-Time Champions in Miami
  • 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — Uruguay score late goal to rescue 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia
  • 1:03 AMBBC Sport — Saudi Arabia hold off relentless Uruguay to earn draw
  • 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay: Araujo rescues point for two-time World Cup winners
  • 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — Uruguay frustrated by dogged Saudi Arabia in World Cup draw
  • 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Saudi Arabia draws with Uruguay, forces tie atop Group H
  • 12:07 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Uruguay salvages 1-1 draw with underdog Saudi Arabia thanks to 80th-minute goal
What they're saying
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Al Owais Heroics Not Enough as Uruguay’s Late Pressure Tells Maxi Araujo rescued a point for Uruguay as the two-time world champions came from behind to draw 1-1 with a dogged Saudi Arabia side in Miami. The Green Falcons, who shocked eventual winners Argentina in their opening match at the last World Cup, looked on…

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Uruguay scored a late goal to rescue a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia on Monday. The two-time world champions couldn't handle the intense pressure in the final minutes of the first half and were stunned when Abdulelah al-Amri broke the deadlock for Saudi Arabia in the 41st minute.

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Uruguay dominated but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in the sweltering heat of Miami on Monday to leave an intriguing Group H wide open.There looked to be only one winner after that, but Saudi Arabia just about held on for a vital point. bur-pst/rcw

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