{"id":56425,"date":"2026-06-14T20:29:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T17:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/?p=56425"},"modified":"2026-06-14T20:29:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T17:29:25","slug":"naif-hazazi-backs-saudi-arabia-to-defeat-uruguay-in-world-cup-2026-opener","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesauditimes.net\/en\/naif-hazazi-backs-saudi-arabia-to-defeat-uruguay-in-world-cup-2026-opener\/","title":{"rendered":"Naif Hazazi Backs Saudi Arabia to Defeat Uruguay in World Cup 2026 Opener"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div>\n<section dir=\"auto\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\">\n<div>\n<p>Former Saudi international Naif Hazazi has expressed strong confidence in Saudi Arabia\u2019s ability to secure a victory against Uruguay National Team in the Green Falcons\u2019 opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Hazazi believes the Saudi national team has shown promising form during its pre-tournament preparations and friendly matches, giving supporters reasons for optimism ahead of the global competition.<\/p>\n<h2>Confidence in the Green Falcons<\/h2>\n<p>Hazazi acknowledged that the clash against Uruguay will be challenging, but emphasized that Saudi Arabia should aim for more than just a draw.<\/p>\n<p>According to the former striker, the players possess the quality and determination needed to compete for all three points, provided they maintain focus, discipline, and a strong fighting spirit throughout the match.<\/p>\n<p>He added that confidence within the squad remains high and that the team has the potential to deliver a positive result on the world stage.<\/p>\n<h2>Fighting Spirit Will Make the Difference<\/h2>\n<p>Hazazi stressed that success in major tournaments often depends on mentality, commitment, and tactical execution rather than reputation alone.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that strong motivation, effective game management, and the right tactical approach could play a decisive role in helping Saudi Arabia overcome one of South America\u2019s traditional football powers.<\/p>\n<h2>Remembering His Goal Against Uruguay<\/h2>\n<p>The former striker also reflected on his own experience facing Uruguay in a 2014 international friendly, where he scored Saudi Arabia\u2019s equalizing goal in a 1-1 draw.<\/p>\n<p>That experience, he said, demonstrated that Saudi teams are capable of competing with elite football nations.<\/p>\n<p>Hazazi expressed confidence that the current generation of Saudi players can score goals and begin their World Cup campaign on a positive note.<\/p>\n<h2>Tough Group Ahead<\/h2>\n<p>Saudi Arabia has been drawn into Group H alongside Uruguay, Spain, and Cape Verde.<\/p>\n<p>The Green Falcons will be looking for a strong start to boost their chances of advancing from one of the tournament\u2019s most competitive groups and continuing their World Cup journey beyond the group stage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former Saudi international Naif Hazazi has expressed strong confidence in Saudi Arabia\u2019s ability to secure a victory against Uruguay National Team in the Green Falcons\u2019 opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026. 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