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Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia

Rostov Arena
Jun 20, 2018 20:30 IST
Uruguay
1
-
0
FT
Saudi Arabia
Full Time
Suarez
(24')
Uruguay beat Saudi Arabia (1 - 0)
  • Uruguay
    URU
    Saudi Arabia
    KSA
  • 45%
    POSSESSION
    55%
  • 1
    GOALS
    0
  • 13
    SHOTS
    8
  • 4
    SHOTS ON TARGET
    3
  • 10
    FOULS COMMITED
    13
  • 0
    YELLOW CARDS
    0
  • 0
    RED CARDS
    0
  • 1
    OFF SIDES
    2
  • 3
    CORNER KICKS
    4
Match Info
  • Tournament name FIFA World Cup, 2018
  • Venue Rostov Arena
  • Date Jun 20, 2018 08:30 PM IST
  • Attendance 42678
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Match Completed
83'
Carlos Sanchez
Nahitan Nandez
79'
Fahad Almuwallad
Mohammad Alsahlawi
76'
Hatan Bahbir
Mohamed Kanno
60'
Matias Vecino
Lucas Torreira
60'
Cristian Rodriguez
Diego Laxalt
Half Time
45'
Taiseer Aljassam
Hussain Almoqahwi
24'
Suarez
Kick Off

Uruguay

4-4-2
  • 9
    Luis Suarez
    21
    Edinson Cavani
  • 5
    Carlos Sanchez
    15
    Matias Vecino
    6
    Rodrigo Bentancur
    7
    Cristian Rodriguez
  • 2
    Jose Gimenez
    3
    Diego Godin
    22
    Martin Caceres
  • 1
    Fernando Muslera
MIDFIELDER
5
Carlos Sanchez
Midfielder
7
Cristian Gabriel Rodriguez Barotti
Midfielder
17
Diego Sebastian Laxalt
Midfielder
14
Lucas Torreira
Midfielder
15
Matias Vecino
Midfielder
8
Nahitan Nandez
Midfielder
6
Rodrigo Bentancur
Midfielder
GOALKEEPER
1
Fernando Muslera
Goalkeeper
23
Martin Andres Silva Leites
Goalkeeper
12
Martin Campana
Goalkeeper
FORWARD
11
Cristhian Ricardo Stuani Curbelo
Forward
21
Edinson Roberto Cavani Gomez
Forward
10
Giorgian De Arrascaeta
Forward
20
Jonathan Matias Urretaviscaya da Luz
Forward
9
Luis Alberto Suarez Diaz
Forward
18
Maximiliano Gomez Gonzalez
Forward
DEFENDER
3
Diego Roberto Godin Leal
Defender
13
Gaston Alexi Silva Perdomo
Defender
4
Saudi Arabia
Defender
2
Jose Maria Gimenez de Vargas
Defender
22
Jose Martin Caceres Sliva
Defender
19
Sebastian Coates Nion
Defender
16
Victorio Maximiliano Pereira Paez
Defender

Saudi Arabia

4-5-1
  • 19
    Fahad Al-Muwallad
  • 9
    Hattan Bahbir
    7
    Salman Al-Faraj
    14
    Abdullah Otayf
    17
    Taiseer Al Jassam
    18
    Salem Al-Dawsari
  • 6
    Mohammed Al-Burayk
    3
    Osama Hawsawi
    4
    Ali Al Bulayhi
    13
    Yasir Al-Shahrani
  • 22
    Mohammed Al-Owais
MIDFIELDER
15
Abdullah Al Khaibari
Midfielder
14
Abdullah Ibrahim Otayf
Midfielder
11
AbdulMalek Al Khaibri
Midfielder
9
Hattan Sultan Bahbir
Midfielder
16
Hussain Al Moqahwi
Midfielder
12
Mohamed Ibrahim Kanno
Midfielder
18
Salem Muhamed Al-Dawsari
Midfielder
7
Salman Mohammed Al-Faraj
Midfielder
17
Taiseer Jaber Al-Jassam
Midfielder
8
Yahia Sulaiman Ali Al-Shehri
Midfielder
GOALKEEPER
1
Abdullah Ibrahim Al-Mayouf
Goalkeeper
22
Mohammed Al-Owais
Goalkeeper
21
Yasser Al-Mosailem
Goalkeeper
FORWARD
19
Fahad Mosaed Al-Muwallad
Forward
10
Mohammad Ibrahim Mohammad Al-Sahlawi
Forward
20
Muhannad Ahmed Abu Radeah Assiri
Forward
DEFENDER
4
Ali Hadi Al Bulayhi
Defender
2
Mansour Ateeg Al-Harbi
Defender
6
Mohammed Al-Burayk
Defender
23
Motaz Ali Hassan Hawsawi
Defender
5
Omar Ibrahim Omar Othman Hawsawi
Defender
3
Osama Hawsawi
Defender
13
Yasir Gharsan Al-Shahrani
Defender
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90'
Thank you!
Thanks again for tuning in and following our coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Last up for the day, we have Spain taking on group leaders Iran, with the Spanish looking to match the Portuguese performance from this morning and grab a win for themselves. Until next time!
90'
Final Thoughts
Even though Uruguay have won this match, they will have a lot to improve on if they hope to make any sort of deep run in this tournament. Most notably, they need to find a way to get Suarez and Cavani more clear opportunities in the box – although both strikers are talented with their heads, the magic truly happens when they have the ball at their feet near the penalty area. If the Celeste are able to find a midfielder or defender who can provide their strikers with the sufficient service, their attack will quickly become one of the most fearsome in the tournament. Discussing the Saudis now, it is clear that they made massive improvements since their performance in their first match, but it wasn't quite enough to get past a very difficult Uruguay side. Even though they're going home from this tournament, they do have a lot to be proud of, and will surely try to grab a win in their last game against Egypt.
90'
Uruguay through, Saudi Arabia out
With the narrowest of scorelines, Uruguay have defeated Saudi Arabia and will progress into the next round of play following their third match against Russia. The Saudis will definitely be extremely disappointed in the way in which they've lost this game, especially since they showed so much promise on so many opportunities during the match.
90'
Game over! Uruguay 1-0 Saudi Arabia!
And that's it, the game is over! Uruguay have qualified for the knockout rounds!
90'
Blocked Saudi Shot
A blocked shot from Yasir rolls easily to Muslera.
90'
4 minutes added
Four minutes added to the end of this match.
87'
Attempt from Suarez
A hard cross from Laxalt on the left side finds Suarez at the top of the box, but the striker is unable to make solid contact on the ball that was fizzed in.
85'
Shot for Cavani!
A turnover in the middle of the pitch finds Cavani alone against a single Saudi defender. The Uruguayan does well originally to beat his man, but his shot isn't able to beat Alowais in the goal.
84'
Slowing Down
The game has slowed down a bit and gotten slightly more chippy in these final stages, as Uruguay try to just get over the finish line while Saudi Arabia try to keep the pressure up.
82'
Final Uruguayan Change
In the final change for the Celeste, Sanchez will leave the pitch for Nandez.
82'
Substitution
Nahitan Nandez (on). Carlos Sanchez (off). (Uruguay)
80'
Cavani Header
Lucas Torreira has a shot from long that Cavani tries to redirect with his head, but his effort is off target.
78'
Saudi Change
Almuwallad leaves the pitch as Alsahlawi enters.
78'
Substitution
Mohammad Alsahlawi (on). Fahad Almuwallad (off). (Saudi Arabia)
75'
Nice link-up
Link-up play between Suarez and Cavani looks promising but the chip from Suarez is just too high and Suarez is unable to get on the end of it.
75'
Saudi Change
Change for Saudi Arabia, as Hatan leaves and Kanno enters.
75'
Substitution
Mohamed Kanno (on). Hatan Bahbir (off). (Saudi Arabia)
71'
Saudi Pressure
With 20 minutes to go in the second half, Uruguay still have not been able to grab the second goal and the Saudis have continued to apply pressure.
67'
Chance for Uruguay
A free kick whipped in to the box is headed over by Caceres. Another good chance for Uruguay.
65'
Uruguayans taking control
The Uruguayans are in control now, and are fighting hard to win the ball back immediately if they turn it over.
62'
Another good chance for the Celelste!
After a foul on Suarez, the Uruguayans restart play quickly and find Cavani streaking up the left side. The striker is alone for a while, but after a bit picks out Sanchez with an incredible cross to the back post, but the midfielder is unable to put his header on goal.
61'
Almost for Uruguay!
CLOSE! An excellent delivery from Carlos Sanchez is inches away from finding Suarez in the middle of the box, but Saudi captain Osama is able to block the ball from finding the striker's foot.
59'
Substitution
Lucas Torreira (on). Matias Vecino (off). (Uruguay)
59'
Substitution
Diego Laxalt (on). Cristian Rodriguez (off). (Uruguay)
58'
Double change for Uruguay
Two changes for Uruguay – Rodriguez exits for Laxalt, and Vecino exits for Torreira
54'
Saudi Counter
The Saudis continuing to do what worked well for them in the second part of the first half – this time, a counterattack is cut short by an offside by Fahad.
52'
Foul by Suarez
Counter-attack from Uruguay sees Suarez pick the ball up on the left side of the box. He tries to go between the defender's legs but Hawsawi is wise to it, and the Uruguayan ends up fouling the defender.
50'
Good Effort!
Luis Suarez will actually look to strike this free kick – quite far away but not impossible! His strike is deflected off the wall put still goes goal-bound, forcing the keeper to make a good save at his near post.
50'
Foul by Salman
Foul by Salman on Carlos Sanchez in the middle of the pitch will give Uruguay to put a ball into the box.
46'
Second Half!
Second half kickoff is here!
45'
Waiting for the whistle
The teams are back on the pitch as they wait for the whistle to signal the start of the second-half.
45'
Keys for Uruguay
Even though Uruguay had less of the ball than their adversaries in the first half, their attacks have been much more dangerous and they've been able to find space on the wings to attempt some dangerous crosses. Suarez won't mind at all that the goal was handed to him, and he'll hope that it'll be the one to boost his confidence and get him up and running in the World Cup. The only worrying thing from the standpoint of the Celeste will be that they seemed to relax quite a bit after scoring the goal – even though the Saudis only had a single shot on target in the first period, Uruguay will not want to let them continue attacking their goal in the second half.
45'
Half Time Thoughts
Saudi Arabia have looked better in this match than they did in the opener against Russia, but their final pass is still lacking and they haven't truly been able to unlock the Uruguayan defense. They'll be disappointed in the manner in which they conceded their goal, essentially letting Suarez pass into an open net. Despite this, they looked positive after conceding and continued to take the attack to the Uruguayans.
45'
Halftime!
Halftime! Uruguay 1-0 Saudi Arabia
45'
Another Saudi Counter
Yet another Saudi counter, but the final ball is just a little too long for Fahad, and Godin is there to block him off and make sure the ball rolls harmlessly to Muslera.
45'
Two minutes added
The officials have added 2 minutes to the end of this half.
45'
Saudi Counter
Saudi Arabia with another promising counterattack, but the final ball is missing once again.
44'
Substitution
Hussain Almoqahwi (on). Taiseer Aljassam (off). (Saudi Arabia)
43'
Saudi change
Taiseer will indeed have to leave the match, and it'll be Almoqahwi who replaces him.
41'
Taiseer injury
In the prior Saudi attack, Taiseer is able to get around one Uruguayan defender but his touch is a bit far – in stretching to get back to the ball, it looks like he may have pulled his hamstring. Unfortunate to see, and it looks like he'll have to exit the match.
39'
Another Long Shot
Even though Saudi Arabia have had most of the ball, they're still having a hard time breaking down the Uruguayan defense at times, and have had to resort to long shots.
35'
Saudis in control?
Up to this point, Saudi Arabia have actually had more possession and more completed passes than Uruguay – El Celeste have really taken their foot off of the pedal since the goal went in.
32'
Saudi Possession
The game has slowed down a bit as the Saudis are enjoying a bit of extended possession
28'
Hatan chance!
Almost! Alshahrani receives the ball on the left side of the pitch and whips in a long cross that goes all the way to the back post, where it finds Hatan. The Saudi forward is all alone but is still unable to put the ball on goal, as it goes over the top of the net. Promising signs for the Saudis thought!
26'
Good Shot from the Saudis!
Good shot! Hatan picks up the ball on the right side but cuts the ball back to his left foot, letting loose a deadly effort that Muslera is forced to push behind.
25'
Saudis must be disappointed
Saudi Arabia have done quite well in this match up to this point and will hate to concede a goal of that type. They'll hope that it doesn't completely deflate them and that they can continue to pressure the Uruguayans.
23'
Goalkeeping Error leads to the Goal!
Alowais comes from his net to try to make the punch but completely misses his effort, and Luis Suarez, in his 100th match for the Uruguayan selection, is there to roll the ball into the back into the net – El Pistolero doesn't miss those!
23'
Goal
Luis Suarez. Assist by Carlos Sanchez (Uruguay)
22'
Corner Uruguay
The game is opening up now, as Uruguay win another corner from a Rodriguez cross that is blocked behind.
21'
Saudi Chance!
Quick break from the Saudi's this time, and the ball falls to Almuwallad, whose shot is slightly too high and doesn't trouble Muslera.
21'
Almost!
Good link-up play! A ball turned over in the midfield by the Saudis leads to a couple of quick passes from Uruguay, but Cavani's cross is unable to find the head of any of his compatriots.
16'
Another long ball from Uruguay
Uruguay are really trying to beat the Saudis on the long-ball and catch the defense sleeping – this time it's Vecino who plays a long-ball to Rodriguez on the left wing, but the latter's acrobatic effort is not enough to keep the ball in play.
15'
Suarez Chance
Another long ball from defense this time finds Varela, who does well to keep the ball in play and find Suarez, who then takes a shot from a very tight angle that goes behind. The ball looks to have taken a deflection but a goal-kick is given.
13'
Good Chance!
First clear chance! Caceres bursts up the left side and receives a long-ball, which he deftly puts into the box towards a streaking Cavani. The PSG forward is unable to turn his effort towards goal however, and it sails harmlessly over the top.
12'
Good Saudi Possession
The Saudis are controlling the ball well in the midfield but are having a hard time getting the ball into their forwards to challenge the Uruguayan defenders.
7'
Saudi Free Kick
A foul on Hatan by Vecino gives the Saudis a dangerous free kick just a couple of meters from the top of the Uruguayan box.
7'
Solid Possession
Both teams have had solid possession to this point, and although the Uruguayans have had the more threatening attacks, the Saudis do not look afraid to move the ball with pace against the Uruguayan midfield and defense.
3'
First chance!
The first shot from Los Charruas comes from Luis Suarez, as he brings down a ball that was headed down to him before unleashing a volley that's blocked out for a throw before it can reach the goal.
1'
First Thoughts
Uruguay start the game patiently, building up a rhythm and playing out of the back, content to not immediately take the attack to the Saudis.
0'
Kick Off!
We're off! Its the Saudis who start with the ball!
0'
Almost Ready!
The national anthems have sounded and we're ready to kick off here in Rostov Arena
0'
Match Facts
This match will be played in the sunny Rostov Arena in Rostov-On-Don, and our head referee will be the Frenchman Clement Turpin. His assistants will be Nicolas Danos, Cyril Gringore, and John Pitti.
0'
Keys to the Match
The keys for this game will Uruguay will once again be their star striker duo – they'll be hoping that they can have an easier time unlocking the Saudi defense than they did their last time out against the Egyptians. The Saudis in this match will most likely look to strike the Uruguayans on the counter – that's the area where they showed the most promise against Russia, even if they were burned in that match.
0'
Lineups
The teams are heading into the stadium and the official lineups have been released. Saudi Arabia (4-3-3): Alowais; Alburayk, Osama, Ali, Yasir; Salman, Otayf, Taiseer; Hatan, Fahad, Salem Uruguay (4-4-2): Muslera; Varela, Gimenez, Godin, Caceres; Vecino, Bentacur; Sanchez, Rodriguez; Suarez, Cavani
0'
Welcome!
Hello and welcome to our coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup! In today's match-up, we have Uruguay facing off against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia! La Celeste left their last game late, snatching a headed winner in the dying seconds against Egypt. On the other hand, the Green Falcons will definitely be looking to improve on their last performance, where they were beaten comprehensively by hosts Russia 5-0.