Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay in World Cup Group H play, mirroring a successful pattern from Qatar 2022, when they upset eventual champion Argentina in their opening match. According to France 24, the result is one of several surprises on the tournament's first day, showing the competition remains unpredictable even against traditional powerhouses like Uruguay.

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