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Saudi Arabia Exit FIFA World Cup 2026 After Goalless Draw Against Cape ... Sports Saudi Arabia Exit FIFA World Cup 2026 After Goalless Draw Against Cape Verde by The Saudi Times 27 June، 2026 Share this Facebook X Telegram Bluesky Whatsapp Email Saudi Arabia Exit FIFA World Cup 2026 After Goalless Draw Against Cape Verde Saudi Arabia’s national team has officially exited the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a disappointing goalless draw against Cape Verde in the final group-stage match of Group H. The Green Falcons entered the match knowing that only a win would keep their hopes alive for reaching the Round of 32. However, they failed to capitalize on their chances and ended the tournament with just two points, finishing bottom of the group. Meanwhile, Cape Verde achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the Round of 32 in their first-ever World Cup appearance. They finished second in the group with 3 points, behind Spain, who topped the standings with 7 points. Cautious Start and Limited Saudi Pressure The match began cautiously, with Saudi Arabia controlling possession but struggling to create clear attacking opportunities. Cape Verde’s organized defensive structure made it diffi…

Resignation Amidst Downfall: Saudi Football President Steps Down Resignation Amidst Downfall: Saudi Football President Steps Down Yasser Al-Misehal, president of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, resigned following the national team's early exit from the World Cup. He took responsibility for their performance and expressed the need for new leadership. Despite investments in the sport, the early exit marked a disappointing chapter for Saudi football. Devdiscourse News Desk | Saudi Arabia Football Federation President Yasser Almisehal Resigned From His Post On Sunday As A Result Of The National Teams Early Exit From The World Cup The Saudis Finished Bottom Of Group H With Two Points And Were Eliminated After Drawing With Both Uruguay And Cape Verde And Losing To Spain The National Teams Failure To Qualify For The Next Round Of The World Cup Is A Result That Falls Short Of All Our Ambitions | Updated: 29-06-2026 06:41 IST | Created: 29-06-2026 06:41 IST SHARE Yasser Al-Misehal, president of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation, announced his resignation on Sunday after the national team’s premature exit from the World Cup. Saudi Arabia finished last in Group H, earning just two …

Saudi Arabia Set To Sack Head Coach Donis After Early Exit At WC 2026 Updated 27 June 2026 at 19:16 IST The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is preparing a major overhaul of its senior national team setup after the country's disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026. Asian News International SportFit 2 min read Follow : Georgios Donis during FIFA World Cup 2026 | Image: AP FIFA World Cup 2026: The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is preparing a major overhaul of its senior national team setup after the country's disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Greek coach Georgios Donis expected to pay the price for the early exit. According to Goal.com, Saudi Arabia failed to progress beyond the group stage after collecting just one point from three matches. Draws against Uruguay and Cape Verde, followed by a heavy defeat to Spain, ended their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds and triggered widespread criticism from supporters over the team's performances, tactics, and squad selections. ALSO READ: Ousmane Dembele-Kylian Mbappe Make History As France Complete First Group-Stage Clean Sweep Since 1998 Advertisement According to Saudi newspaper A…

Saudi federation president stands down after World Cup exit | MEO RIYADH – Saudi Arabia football federation president Yasser al-Misehal resigned from his post on Sunday as a result of the national team’s early exit from the World Cup. The Saudis finished bottom of Group H with two points and were eliminated after drawing with both Uruguay and Cape Verde and losing to Spain. “The national team’s failure to qualify for the next round of the World Cup is a result that falls short of all our ambitions,” Misehal wrote on social media. “I bear full responsibility for it, apologising to everyone who hoped to see our team in a better position. “Based on my conviction that responsibility requires providing the opportunity for a new phase, I have decided not to continue until the end of the current term.” Misehal had been in the role for seven years and was heavily involved in Saudi Arabia’s successful bid to win the hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia were appearing at their third consecutive World Cup and seventh in total but their preparations were hit by the decision to replace Herve Renard with Georgios Donis less than two months before the tournament kicked off. …

Football: Soccer-Saudi federation president Al-Misehal stands down ... Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group H - Cape Verde v Saudi Arabia - Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas, U.S. - June 26, 2026 Saudi Arabia's Mohammed Al-Owais and Ali Lajami look dejected after the match as Saudi Arabia are eliminated from the World Cup REUTERS/Phil Noble June 28 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia ⁠football federation president Yasser Al-Misehal resigned from his ⁠post on Sunday as a result of the national ‌team's early exit from the World Cup. The Saudis finished bottom of Group H with two points and were eliminated after drawing with both Uruguay ​and Cape Verde and losing to Spain. "The ⁠national team's failure to ⁠qualify for the next round of the World Cup is a ⁠result ‌that falls short of all our ambitions," Al-Misehal wrote on social media. "I bear full responsibility for ⁠it, apologising to everyone who hoped to see ​our team in ‌a better position. "Based on my conviction that responsibility requires ⁠providing the ​opportunity for a new phase, I have decided not to continue until the end of the current term." Al-Misehal had been in the ⁠role for seven years and was ​heavily involved in Sau…

Saudi Arabia to Dismiss Coach Donis After World Cup Exit Sports Saudi Arabia to sack head coach Donis after early exit at FIFA World Cup 2026 TNM (With ANI Inputs) | Published On: Jun 27, 2026 ANI Photo | Saudi Arabia to sack head coach Donis after early exit at FIFA World Cup 2026 The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is preparing a major restructure of its senior national team following a disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Greek head coach Georgios Donis expected to be dismissed after the team’s early exit. Saudi Arabia failed to progress beyond the group stage, finishing with just one point from three matches. Draws against Uruguay and Cape Verde, followed by a heavy defeat to Spain, ended their chances of reaching the knockout rounds and provoked criticism from supporters regarding performances, tactics, and squad selections. Also Read ICC confirms qualification pathway for cricket at LA28 Olympics Supreme Court urges Allahabad High Court to decide criminal writ by August 2026 HCA spokesperson says certain people attempting to disrupt TG20 League amid TCA allegations Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadiah reported that federation officials are seriously considering s…

Saudi football federation president stands down after World Cup exit Saudi Arabian Football Federation President Yasser al-Misehal resigned from his post on Monday as a result of the national team’s early exit from the World Cup.For more Saudi sports news, visit our dedicated page.The Green Falcons finished bottom of Group H with two points and were eliminated after drawing with both Uruguay and Cape Verde and losing to Spain.“Our national team’s exit before the next round of the World Cup falls short of all our ambitions. I take full responsibility for it and apologize to everyone who had hoped to see our national team go further,” al-Misehal wrote on social media.“Based on my conviction that responsibility requires providing the opportunity for a new phase, I have decided not to continue until the end of the current term.”Al-Misehal had been in the role for seven years and was involved in Saudi Arabia’s successful bid to win the hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup.Saudi Arabia were appearing at their third consecutive World Cup and seventh in

Saudi federation president Al-Misehal stands down after team's World ... Saudi federation president Yasser Al-Misehal stands down after team’s World Cup exit Sign up now: Get the biggest sports news in your inbox President of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation Yasser Al Misehal (centre) ad been in the role for seven years. PHOTO: REUTERS Published Jun 29, 2026, 09:14 AM Updated Jun 29, 2026, 02:53 PM Set as preferred source Listen Saudi Arabia football federation president Yasser Al-Misehal resigned from his post on June 28 as a result of the national team’s early exit from the World Cup . The Saudis finished bottom of Group H with two points and were eliminated after drawing with both Uruguay and Cape Verde and losing to Spain. “The national team’s failure to qualify for the next round of the World Cup is a result that falls short of all our ambitions,” Al-Misehal wrote on social media. “I bear full responsibility for it, apologising to everyone who hoped to see our team in a better position. “Based on my conviction that responsibility requires providing the opportunity for a new phase, I have decided not to continue until the end of the current term.” Al-Misehal had been in t…

Saudi federation president Al-Misehal stands down after World Cup exit Saudi federation president Al-Misehal stands down after World Cup exit Reuters Yasser Al-Misehal, centre, during the FIFA congress Jennifer Gauthier / Reuters Saudi Arabia football federation president Yasser Al-Misehal resigned ⁠from his post on Sunday as a result of the national team's early ‌exit from the World Cup. The Saudis finished bottom ‌of Group H with two points ‌and were eliminated after drawing with both Uruguay ‌and Cape Verde and losing to ‌Spain. "The national team's failure to qualify for the next round of the World Cup is ‌a result that falls short of ⁠all our ‌ambitions," Al-Misehal wrote on social media. "I bear full ​responsibility for it, apologising to everyone who hoped to see our team ​in a better position. "Based on my conviction that responsibility requires providing the opportunity ⁠for a new ​phase, I have decided not to continue until the end of the current term." Al-Misehal had been in the role for seven ‌years and was heavily involved in Saudi Arabia's successful bid to win the hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia were appearing at their third consecutive World Cup…