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A win against Cabo Verde would have sealed knockout stage progression for the first time since their debut appearance in the 1994 edition but the three-time AFC Asian Cup™ champions could only manage a goalless draw.
That meant tournament debutants Cabo Verde advanced as the Group H runners-up while Saudi Arabia were left to rue a missed opportunity as they finished on two points.
That meant tournament debutants Cabo Verde advanced as the Group H runners-up while Saudi Arabia were left to rue a missed opportunity as they finished on two points.
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"We were very poor in creating actions. One cannot win a game this way," said head coach Donis, who took charge of Saudi Arabia just weeks before the tournament kicked off.
"Our line of attack was not doing well. Our greatest problem was creation and this was self evident.
"It was not what we wanted because when playing in such a match against a team more or less the same level of us, our level was not good. This gives cause for concern."
"Our line of attack was not doing well. Our greatest problem was creation and this was self evident.
"It was not what we wanted because when playing in such a match against a team more or less the same level of us, our level was not good. This gives cause for concern."
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Despite the early exit, the Greek tactician said there were positives that Saudi Arabia could build on from their appearance on the global stage.
"The journey was good and I would like to thank the players."
Photos: AFP
"The journey was good and I would like to thank the players."
Photos: AFP
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