Saudi Arabia might not continue following their exploit once morest Argentina. In their second match in Group C of the World Cup, they were beaten 2-0 by Poland, which took the lead in the pool.
The Poles scored through Zielinski (39th) and Lewandowski (82nd), who finally found the net in a World Cup. The Saudis missed a penalty by Al-Dawsari in first-half stoppage time.
The success of Lewandowski and his teammates is still deserved. They were more realistic and precise in their conclusions than their opponents. Saudi Arabia was thus twice saved by the uprights, on tries from Milik (63rd) and Lewandowski (66th).
With now 4 points to their name, Poland remain in control of their destiny before their last match in the group once morest Argentina. The Saudis, who have 3, can also always dream of continuing their journey in the round of 16. They will face Mexico on Wednesday.
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