Even before the start of the tournament, I had pointed out that Saudi Arabia may benefit from the fact that the conditions in Qatar are familiar to them. Qatar is a neighboring country of Saudi Arabia and not just the weather, but the language and culture is also the same. But the reason Argentina lost yesterday has nothing to do with climate or language. Despite all their experience, they failed to save themselves from the off-side trap that was cleverly set by the Saudis. All they had to do was to play with a cool head and they failed there.
Yes, Saudi Arabia are benefiting from the climate conditions but the experiences and maturity in the Argentina side should have been able to negate that advantage. The high line of Saudi Arabia defense was risky although it saved them as those goals were ruled offside and it also gave them the platform to create problems. Argentina's biggest fear happened because they weren't able to dominate the ball in midfield and have their circuit of passes, because of the high press of the Saudi Arabian team. 
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Yes, Saudi Arabia are benefiting from the climate conditions but the experiences and maturity in the Argentina side should have been able to negate that advantage. The high line of Saudi Arabia defense was risky although it saved them as those goals were ruled offside and it also gave them the platform to create problems. Argentina's biggest fear happened because they weren't able to dominate the ball in midfield and have their circuit of passes, because of the high press of the Saudi Arabian team.
I think even in a favorable weather, it is possible for Saudi Arabia to win, it is normal for a weak team to win, this is not the first of its kind, there have been many matches played in the past that the weak team won, so this is not new, Argentina just had better chance and stronger players, but that does not give the country 100% assurance to win. It would have been a good match for Argentina if their plan was fulfilled, to dominate and play an attacking match, they scored very fast in the first half, but later their plans became offsides and many opportunities to win become unrealistic. What I think that happened is that Argentina underestimate Saudi players. 
Even before the start of the tournament, I had pointed out that Saudi Arabia may benefit from the fact that the conditions in Qatar are familiar to them. Qatar is a neighboring country of Saudi Arabia and not just the weather, but the language and culture is also the same. But the reason Argentina lost yesterday has nothing to do with climate or language. Despite all their experience, they failed to save themselves from the off-side trap that was cleverly set by the Saudis. All they had to do was to play with a cool head and they failed there.
Yes, Saudi Arabia are benefiting from the climate conditions but the experiences and maturity in the Argentina side should have been able to negate that advantage. The high line of Saudi Arabia defense was risky although it saved them as those goals were ruled offside and it also gave them the platform to create problems. Argentina's biggest fear happened because they weren't able to dominate the ball in midfield and have their circuit of passes, because of the high press of the Saudi Arabian team. Even before the start of the tournament, I had pointed out that Saudi Arabia may benefit from the fact that the conditions in Qatar are familiar to them. Qatar is a neighboring country of Saudi Arabia and not just the weather, but the language and culture is also the same. But the reason Argentina lost yesterday has nothing to do with climate or language. Despite all their experience, they failed to save themselves from the off-side trap that was cleverly set by the Saudis. All they had to do was to play with a cool head and they failed there.
Yes, Saudi Arabia are benefiting from the climate conditions but the experiences and maturity in the Argentina side should have been able to negate that advantage. The high line of Saudi Arabia defense was risky although it saved them as those goals were ruled offside and it also gave them the platform to create problems. Argentina's biggest fear happened because they weren't able to dominate the ball in midfield and have their circuit of passes, because of the high press of the Saudi Arabian team. 
After surprising lose of Argentina to Saudi Arabia I wouldn't bet anymore on Argentina to win tournament honestly. In match Argentina players looked very nervous. This will definitely affect their performance in future. They are actually lucky because Poland and Mexico got draw. I think Argentina will be able to beat Mexico. But Poland match will be tough for them. They may go home even after group stage. Gonna be very risky to bet for Argentina from now on.
They didn't looked nervous. They rather looked overconfident. Argentina probably thought that Saudi Arabia were one of the weakest teams participating in this tournament, and therefore they will be able to beat them by a big margin. And that is also one of the reasons why they fell in to the off-side trap that was set by Saudi Arabia. They were on the attack from the very beginning onwards, and that enabled the Saudis to breach through their defense and put Argentina in the backfoot. By the time Argentines realized their mistake, it was too late.
After surprising lose of Argentina to Saudi Arabia I wouldn't bet anymore on Argentina to win tournament honestly. In match Argentina players looked very nervous. This will definitely affect their performance in future. They are actually lucky because Poland and Mexico got draw. I think Argentina will be able to beat Mexico. But Poland match will be tough for them. They may go home even after group stage. Gonna be very risky to bet for Argentina from now on.
Even before the start of the tournament, I had pointed out that Saudi Arabia may benefit from the fact that the conditions in Qatar are familiar to them. Qatar is a neighboring country of Saudi Arabia and not just the weather, but the language and culture is also the same. But the reason Argentina lost yesterday has nothing to do with climate or language. Despite all their experience, they failed to save themselves from the off-side trap that was cleverly set by the Saudis. All they had to do was to play with a cool head and they failed there.
Absolutely right.
The Argentinians never really seemed to learn and adapt to what was happening. The Saudis performed the offside trap flawlessly multiple times.
Also the whole stadium was booing Argentina which probably wasn't something they are used to, bringing morale even lower.
Argentina was of course way better technically speaking, each player has amazing skills, but the Saudis won with pure tactic.
Even before the start of the tournament, I had pointed out that Saudi Arabia may benefit from the fact that the conditions in Qatar are familiar to them. Qatar is a neighboring country of Saudi Arabia and not just the weather, but the language and culture is also the same. But the reason Argentina lost yesterday has nothing to do with climate or language. Despite all their experience, they failed to save themselves from the off-side trap that was cleverly set by the Saudis. All they had to do was to play with a cool head and they failed there.
You think that Senegal have a chance to advance to the next stage even without Mane? I'm not sure... He is their key player. His injury could really be a chance for Ecuador or Qatar.
Without Mane, Senegal still have many potential player and I don't think easy for Ecuador and Qatar qualify to next round, last announced although Mane injured still have in the squad listed name to World Cup. Senegal have favorite chance lead to next round from group A, seems another national team have chance lead to next round between Qatar as host or Ecuador. Almost all national team have announced their squad for World Cup, one week later biggest event begin and most excited watching how atmosphere at Qatar become first edition hos as World Cup. Have one match left for several player with their team and I hope not any player absent again with injury on their last match with their team.
Well, I saw all the performance of the Ecuadorian team in the qualifiers, I cannot deny that at the beginning the Ecuadror players were unstoppable, very good, but in the end they lowered the level of the games a lot, and that greatly disconcerted the that one had thought of them, so if they play like this, it could be that Senegal sweeps them, but in the event that Ecuador plays with its maximum potential, I think it will be one of the most interesting and good matches in the World Cup.
I think that the Senegal team is arriving with incredible potential and desire to win in this World Cup, I can see that nothing but Mane with what he is doing to seek help quickly with his wounds is a big step, he is committed, he is all.
I still want to know who won in this bet because surely most of the losers in this match bet 
I just won, but I bet in a live when the odds are 4x. I am very regretful after that because I am late to put them when the odds are still on 13x. So I guess many bettors won out there because Saudi Arabia is a good performance in the last 5 matches, many bettors are calculated they will make surprised because they know Argentina is just a team who filled up the veteran player. That look funny the big team can't handle winning versus a team which not have an achievement like Saudi Arabia. Messi will be shamed and maybe still regret in his room hotels.
Well I really admire the people who won the Argentina and Saudi Arabia game, I admit it, I lost but it didn't bother me to lose, at the same time I liked it because the Arab countries deserve to shine at their best, besides the football they showed It was very good, they really looked like they were horses in the way they ran, at one point it crossed my mind that they had a style similar to Brazilian soccer but no, it was a unique style, and I think that Argentina did not know how to interpret it and therefore They lost that, not even Messi could do it, so what Saudi Arabia has is something very special, and I hope they continue to exploit it more and more.
King Salman orders Wednesday a public holiday in celebration of World Cup victory
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RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued directives on Tuesday that Wednesday, Nov. 23, will be a holiday for all employees in the entire government and private sectors, as well as for students in all phases of education. RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has issued directives on Tuesday that Wednesday, Nov. 23, will be a holiday for all employees in the entire government and private sectors, as well as for students in all phases of education.
Source:https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/627226/SAUDI-ARABIA/King-Salman-orders-Wednesday-a-public-holiday-in-celebration-of-World-Cup-victory
I still want to know who won in this bet because surely most of the losers in this match bet
I just won, but I bet in a live when the odds are 4x. I am very regretful after that because I am late to put them when the odds are still on 13x. So I guess many bettors won out there because Saudi Arabia is a good performance in the last 5 matches, many bettors are calculated they will make surprised because they know Argentina is just a team who filled up the veteran player. That look funny the big team can't handle winning versus a team which not have an achievement like Saudi Arabia. Messi will be shamed and maybe still regret in his room hotels.
England hitting hard with 6-2 victory over Iran in yesterday game. They dominated the game in the both halves with no single threat or fight pull by Iran.
They had no trouble at all against Iran, no big deal. Maybe the USA and Whales will be good opponents for England. But, actually, those two are also not really great enough. So, in my opinion, England here has the potential to become the top standing in the group later. They have great players.yes, Saudi Arabia won fairly. this is a great result for them. many gamblers who bet on Argentina ended up losing the game.
I am is sure that many gamblers lost in this betting. Most of us, including me, thought that Argentina would win against Saudi Arabia much more easily. Because we know that sometimes, a big country like Argentina will spread fear because they have Messi. But, this is so unpredictable. Thumbs up to Saudi Arabia. They have a strong defense, they made many saves. Their against was also very effective if compared to Argentina's shots. although we have also watched so many yeallow cards during the match. 
That was not the last match for Argentina, so I am still hoping for them to be in the finals.
No one knows what will happen next for these matches, so yes, hold your horses.
But the Saudi team got their big moment in the stadium, let's acknowledge that their win is indeed fair and square.
Their first win will be a very good inspiration for them to do good in this sports, and improve their world standing on this sports.
yes, Saudi Arabia won fairly. this is a great result for them. many gamblers who bet on Argentina ended up losing the game.No one knows what will happen next for these matches, so yes, hold your horses.
But the Saudi team got their big moment in the stadium, let's acknowledge that their win is indeed fair and square.
Their first win will be a very good inspiration for them to do good in this sports, and improve their world standing on this sports.
now Argentina will make a big evaluation of their loss against the offside trap strategy. we can see how Argentina struggles to cope. but that did not deprive Argentina of opportunities. they have to work hard for the next game. fans still favor him as a strong candidate for the championship.
You're right, Lionel Messi is too prima donna for Argentina. They should take advantage of that, I mean Saudi Arabia should give special instructions to mark Lionel Messi, Argentina should move with other players to find space, they can use Messi to distract.
Judging from the match statistics, they are very far from Saudi Arabia, but the tactics implemented by Saudi Arabia really work perfectly, making it difficult for Argentina.
Now Mexico vs Poland, Poland has Lewandowski who has had great form during his time at the club. Let's see if he will do the same while playing for his country or not.
We had no good idea about Saudi Arabia, but after today's match we have to consider Saudi Arabia one another potential team in the group C. However, Messi's fate was not with them in today's match. There were 3 goals but all of them are off -side. Which has broken their minds. In the end they lost to Saudi Arabia. The world is probably surprised today. Argentine supporters were all overwhelmed. This is real quality of game. The last World Cup may be eliminated from Messi's dream.Judging from the match statistics, they are very far from Saudi Arabia, but the tactics implemented by Saudi Arabia really work perfectly, making it difficult for Argentina.
Now Mexico vs Poland, Poland has Lewandowski who has had great form during his time at the club. Let's see if he will do the same while playing for his country or not.
3 goals had to be lost due to this offside trap which shows that they are really good and consistent in defence.
I still want to know who won in this bet because surely most of the losers in this match bet
On the other hand in this group now for the first game Argentina are at the bottom of the table btw. and of course this must be used as a lesson so that they can optimize attacks and improve defense.
That was not the last match for Argentina, so I am still hoping for them to be in the finals.
Yes we know is their first match and not the last one, but their performance in their first match might determine if a country will go far, I was thinking Argentina will win the match, I don't even expect Saudi Arabia to give Argentina difficult time in today's match, Saudi Arabia should just be like bonus to Argentina but unfortunately they lost the match, I was suprised that Messi was in the match and they couldn't win the match. From my opinion I don't think Argentina is going to go far in this year's world cup, but let's just see how they will perform in their next match. The results on the first matchday still cannot be used as a guarantee whether the team will progress further or not, but one thing that I believe in my personal assessment long before the World Cup started is that Argentina will not reach the final match or win the title. But if it is to qualify for the next round, it seems that it is still possible. With this defeat, Argentina is the only favorite team to lose on the first matchday so far.
This incident is certainly a valuable lesson for Argentina which of course, they will be even better in the next match.
Because in this match we also admit that the Saudi Arabia goalkeeper played very well with the 5 important saves he made, this made Argentina still unlucky even though they had many opportunities to convert opportunities into goals.
Even though I still believe that Argentina can still qualify for the next round, it seems that it is still not easy for Argentina. Because of these Group C teams, they can be said to be quite strong in defense, so it is still not easy for Argentina to qualify.
Remember Argentina normally lost their first matches in world cup then from the second Matches they sit up and played well. They will do well I'm their next match. The top teams in this world cup might disappoint fans with their bet slips.
Normally? Do you mean it is their habit to lose points in every first match in the world cup? 
I don't think it is something normal or acceptable thing for a candidate winner like Argentina. Saudi Arabia is a small team, they have no top players. Argentina controls the match, they won 70% ball possession during the match. They made 15 shots attempt, while Saudi Arabia only made 3 shots attempts. This is something very disappointing to see how poor shot accuracy of Argentina attackers, especially when Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez, and Di Maria played together.
And as it is, France is winning Australia 4-1. France team playing well compare to their opponent.
This is an expected result, France should be the favorite team to win. Moreover, since France becomes one of the winning candidates in this competition, people must expect big scores. Well, they show us that they have the power to win the World Cup trophy.
That was not the last match for Argentina, so I am still hoping for them to be in the finals.
Yes we know is their first match and not the last one, but their performance in their first match might determine if a country will go far, I was thinking Argentina will win the match, I don't even expect Saudi Arabia to give Argentina difficult time in today's match, Saudi Arabia should just be like bonus to Argentina but unfortunately they lost the match, I was suprised that Messi was in the match and they couldn't win the match. From my opinion I don't think Argentina is going to go far in this year's world cup, but let's just see how they will perform in their next match. What a sensation! Predicted as the favorite to win the World Cup, Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia after 36 matches without defeat. The Argentines could easily lead 3-0 after the first half and control the match, while 5 minutes after the break Saudi Arabia was enough to turn the tide of the match and make a huge sensation. In the rest of today's matches, I bet on France and Denmark victories, and in the Mexico vs Poland match I predict a draw.
Saudi Arabia won this match through the individual fitness of their players. They were everywhere! Successfully catching opposing attacks offside takes speed, stamina, confidence, and organization. They were better prepared and they were relentless. A well deserved win. They really wow me beyond my imagination but don't forget Spain lost their first group game in 2010 and yet turned out alright for them at the end. So I hold my horse still.That was not the last match for Argentina, so I am still hoping for them to be in the finals.
No one knows what will happen next for these matches, so yes, hold your horses.
But the Saudi team got their big moment in the stadium, let's acknowledge that their win is indeed fair and square.
Their first win will be a very good inspiration for them to do good in this sports, and improve their world standing on this sports.
What a sensation! Predicted as the favorite to win the World Cup, Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia after 36 matches without defeat. The Argentines could easily lead 3-0 after the first half and control the match, while 5 minutes after the break Saudi Arabia was enough to turn the tide of the match and make a huge sensation. In the rest of today's matches, I bet on France and Denmark victories, and in the Mexico vs Poland match I predict a draw.
Saudi Arabia won this match through the individual fitness of their players. They were everywhere! Successfully catching opposing attacks offside takes speed, stamina, confidence, and organization. They were better prepared and they were relentless. A well deserved win. They really wow me beyond my imagination but don't forget Spain lost their first group game in 2010 and yet turned out alright for them at the end. So I hold my horse still.
What a sensation! Predicted as the favorite to win the World Cup, Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia after 36 matches without defeat. The Argentines could easily lead 3-0 after the first half and control the match, while 5 minutes after the break Saudi Arabia was enough to turn the tide of the match and make a huge sensation. In the rest of today's matches, I bet on France and Denmark victories, and in the Mexico vs Poland match I predict a draw.
Argentina is a candidate for the world cup 2022, but in the first match they lost against Saudi Arabia, this is very sad. Argentina's goal was scored by Messi via a penalty kick, while Saudi Arabia's 2 goals were scored in a good scheme, the difference in level is not a reference for each country to win or lose. It looks like you made the right bet on the mexico vs poland match ending with a score of 0-0 and at this point in the first half France has won 2-1 over Australia, it looks like France will win easily in this match.Denmark and Tunisia played draw which was encouragement to Africans from the Senegal lost.
And as it is, France is winning Australia 4-1. France team playing well compare to their opponent.
What a sensation! Predicted as the favorite to win the World Cup, Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia after 36 matches without defeat. The Argentines could easily lead 3-0 after the first half and control the match, while 5 minutes after the break Saudi Arabia was enough to turn the tide of the match and make a huge sensation. In the rest of today's matches, I bet on France and Denmark victories, and in the Mexico vs Poland match I predict a draw.
Argentina is a candidate for the world cup 2022, but in the first match they lost against Saudi Arabia, this is very sad. Argentina's goal was scored by Messi via a penalty kick, while Saudi Arabia's 2 goals were scored in a good scheme, the difference in level is not a reference for each country to win or lose. It looks like you made the right bet on the mexico vs poland match ending with a score of 0-0 and at this point in the first half France has won 2-1 over Australia, it looks like France will win easily in this match. Jump to: