Saudi Arabia have a talented group of players ready to compete at the top level. Despite being obvious underdogs, the prospect of facing the likes of Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski has not swayed their belief that they could cause an upset in Qatar.
Saudi Arabia's road to Qatar
Saudi Arabia had to fight for World Cup qualification in an Asian group that included Japan, Australia, Oman, China and Vietnam. They performed excellently throughout the qualifying round, finishing top of the group. There were memorable performances along the way, including defeating both Australia and Japan at home.
Saudi Arabia's recent World Cup performances
Saudi Arabia has qualified for six World Cups including this edition in Qatar. Their best performance at a World Cup came in 1994 when they managed to get into the round of 16. At the last World Cup, the Saudis cashed out in the group stage but managed to win the last game against Egypt
Saudi Arabia's final World Cup squad
The Saudi Arabia squad is a blend of youth and experience. Headlined by the talented winger Salem Al-Dawsari
Goalkeepers: Mohamed Al-Owais (Al-Hilal), Nawaf Al-Aqidi (Al-Nassr), Mohamed Al-Yami (Al-Ahly).
Defenders: Yasser Al-Shahrani (Al-Hilal), Ali Al-Bulaihi (Al-Hilal), Abdulelah Al-Amri (Al-Nassr), Abdullah Madu (Al-Nassr), Hassan Tambakti (Al-Shabab), Sultan Al-Ghanam (Al-Nassr), Mohammed Al-Breik (Al-Hilal), Saud Abdulhamid (Al-Hilal).
Midfielders: Salman Al-Faraj (Al-Hilal), Riyadh Sharahili (Abha), Ali Al-Hassan (Al-Nassr), Mohamed Kanno (Al-Hilal), Abdulelah Al-Malki (Al-Hilal), Sami Al-Najei (Al-Nassr), Abdullah Otayf (Al-Hilal), Nasser Al-Dawsari (Al-Hilal), Abdulrahman Al-Aboud (Ittihad), Salem Al-Dawsari (Al-Hilal), Hattan Bahebri (Al-Shabab).
Forwards: Nawaf Al-Abed (Al-Shabab), Haitham Asiri (Al-Ahly), Saleh Al-Shehri (Al-Hilal) Firas Al-Buraikan (Al-Fateh).
See the list of every country's World Cup squads here
Star Player
Salem Al-Dawsari
Al-Dawsari is a tricky winger with an eye for goal. He scored the winner against Egypt and was one of few to really standout at the last World Cup in Russia.
Saudi Arabia's Coach
Herve Renard arrived with a big reputation thanks to his achievements in Africa. After former Saudi Arabia boss Antonio Pizzi endured a disappointing spell in charge that culminated in his sacking in 2019.
Renard had a slow start but things picked up and he led them to the top of their qualifying round while laying an emphasis on youth and progressive football.
Saudi Arabia's World Cup group fixtures
Saudi Arabia vs Argentina - 22 November, 10am
Saudi Arabia vs Poland - 26 November, 1pm
Saudi Arabia vs Mexico - 30 November, 7pm
Saudi Arabia's World Cup betting odds
The bookies believe the chances of winning the World up are very slim for Saudi Arabia judging by their odds of 765.00