Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data
(Miami)
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay stats finished with a 1-1 Group H draw at Miami Stadium, where the Saudi Arabia national football team defended through heavy pressure from the Uruguay national football team. The Saudi Arabia squad and fixtures and Uruguay squad and fixtures now move forward with one point each after a match shaped by Uruguay’s shot dominance and Saudi Arabia’s penalty-area resistance. Abdulelah Al Amri scored in the 41st minute before Maxi Araújo equalized late for Uruguay.
The result keeps the World Cup 2026 Group H standings and fixtures level after Spain also drew with Cabo Verde. The game at Miami Stadium produced one of the clearest pressure gaps of the early group stage, with Uruguay taking 27 shots and Saudi Arabia making nine goalkeeper saves. The broader World Cup 2026 stats and records tracker will treat this match as a high-volume draw with a major xG split.
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Stats – Match Statistics Overview
Uruguay controlled the ball and territory. They finished with 67% possession, 612 passes, and 540 accurate passes. Saudi Arabia had 33% possession, 322 passes, and 236 accurate passes.
The attacking gap was wider than the scoreline. Uruguay produced 1.72 xG from 27 shots, while Saudi Arabia produced 0.66 xG from seven shots. Saudi Arabia still converted their best set-piece moment and protected the lead until the closing stages.
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay Stats Snapshot
The full-time snapshot shows Uruguay’s control and Saudi Arabia’s defensive workload. Uruguay led possession, xG, shots, shots on target, corners, passes, and touches in the box. Saudi Arabia led saves, clearances, tackles, and blocks.
| Stat | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 1 | 1 |
| Possession | 33% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 0.66 | 1.72 |
| Total Shots | 7 | 27 |
| Shots On Target | 3 | 10 |
| Big Chances | 1 | 2 |
| Corners | 4 | 14 |
| Keeper Saves | 9 | 2 |
Attacking Stats Comparison
Uruguay attacked with volume from open play and set pieces. Their 27 shots included 16 attempts from inside the box and 11 from outside it. Saudi Arabia took seven shots, with four from inside the box and three from distance.
The xG split shows Uruguay created enough to win, yet Saudi Arabia made the more efficient first-half action count. Al Amri’s goal came from Saudi Arabia’s best area of threat. Araújo’s equalizer matched Uruguay’s pressure after they spent most of the second half in attacking territory.
| Stat | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| xG | 0.66 | 1.72 |
| xG Open Play | 0.09 | 0.85 |
| xG Set Play | 0.57 | 0.88 |
| Shots Inside Box | 4 | 16 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 11 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 7 |
| Hit Woodwork | 0 | 1 |
Defensive Stats Comparison
Saudi Arabia’s defensive numbers explain how they held the draw. They made 43 clearances, 11 tackles, six blocks, and forced Mohammed Al Owais into nine saves. That workload shows how often Uruguay reached the final third.
Uruguay defended less often because they had the ball for longer spells. They made three tackles, 10 interceptions, one block, and 17 clearances. Their main defensive issue was not volume, but failing to stop Saudi Arabia’s key set-piece chance before halftime.
| Stat | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Tackles | 11 | 3 |
| Interceptions | 9 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 1 |
| Clearances | 43 | 17 |
| Keeper Saves | 9 | 2 |
| Fouls | 11 | 6 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
Passing and Possession Analysis
Uruguay’s passing control was clear. They completed 540 of 612 passes at 88% accuracy and recorded 331 passes in Saudi Arabia’s half. Saudi Arabia completed 236 of 322 passes at 73% accuracy and spent longer defending their own third.
Wide delivery helped Uruguay sustain pressure. They attempted 47 crosses and completed 16, while Saudi Arabia completed three of six crosses. Uruguay also recorded 41 touches in the opposition box, compared with 10 for Saudi Arabia.
| Stat | Saudi Arabia | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Total Passes | 322 | 612 |
| Accurate Passes | 236 (73%) | 540 (88%) |
| Own Half Passes | 142 | 209 |
| Opposition Half Passes | 94 | 331 |
| Accurate Long Balls | 10 (24%) | 24 (59%) |
| Accurate Crosses | 3 (50%) | 16 (34%) |
| Touches In Opposition Box | 10 | 41 |
| Offsides | 0 | 6 |
Key Player Statistics
Maxi Araújo led the match rating after scoring Uruguay’s equalizer and creating five chances. Al Amri gave Saudi Arabia the goal and their best xG event. Al Owais also had a major role because Uruguay put 10 shots on target.
Saudi Arabia – Abdulelah Al Amri
Al Amri played 90 minutes, scored Saudi Arabia’s goal, and finished with a 0.49 xG total. He also completed 23 of 27 passes and earned an 8.00 FotMob rating. His set-piece finish gave Saudi Arabia the platform for a point.
Uruguay – Maxi Araújo
Araújo played 81 minutes and finished as the top-rated player at 8.07. He scored Uruguay’s late equalizer, created five chances, and completed 18 of 21 passes. His final-third output turned Uruguay’s pressure into the goal they needed.
| Player | Team | Key Data |
|---|---|---|
| Maxi Araújo | Uruguay | 1 goal, 5 chances created, 0.24 xG, 8.07 rating |
| Rodrigo Bentancur | Uruguay | 68/80 passes, 2 chances created, 8.01 rating |
| Federico Viñas | Uruguay | 5 shots, 0.50 xG, 1 big chance missed |
| Abdulelah Al Amri | Saudi Arabia | 1 goal, 2 shots, 0.49 xG, 8.00 rating |
| Mohammed Al Owais | Saudi Arabia | 9 saves, 1.68 xGOT faced, 7.36 rating |
Expected Goals Analysis
Uruguay’s 1.72 xG to Saudi Arabia’s 0.66 xG shows the pressure gap. Uruguay generated 0.85 xG from open play and 0.88 from set pieces. Saudi Arabia’s xG leaned heavily on set-play value, with 0.57 of their 0.66 total from dead-ball situations.
The xG on target numbers also favored Uruguay at 1.68 to 0.65. Al Owais kept Saudi Arabia in the game with repeated saves, while Uruguay needed a late finish to avoid dropping all three points. The draw was better for Saudi Arabia than the shot profile suggested.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay final score?
Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 at Miami Stadium. Abdulelah Al Amri scored for Saudi Arabia, and Maxi Araújo equalized for Uruguay.
What was the xG in Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay?
Saudi Arabia finished with 0.66 xG, while Uruguay finished with 1.72 xG. Uruguay led both shot volume and xG on target.
Who had more possession in Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay?
Uruguay had 67% possession. Saudi Arabia had 33% and spent long spells defending their lead.
Who was the top player in Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay stats?
Maxi Araújo had the top rating after scoring Uruguay’s equalizer and creating five chances. Abdulelah Al Amri had Saudi Arabia’s strongest outfield line.
How many shots did Saudi Arabia and Uruguay have?
Saudi Arabia took seven shots and Uruguay took 27. Uruguay also led shots on target 10 to three.
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay finished 1-1, but the stats tell a clear pressure story. Uruguay dominated possession, shots, xG, corners, and touches in the box. Saudi Arabia survived through saves, clearances, blocks, and one decisive set-piece finish.
The draw gives both teams a point and leaves Group H open. Uruguay will see the chance creation as a missed opportunity. Saudi Arabia can take confidence from holding a high-volume opponent despite spending most of the match under pressure.
