Argentina suffered one of the biggest shocks in World Cup history as they succumbed to a 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia at the Lusail Stadium on Tuesday. | Sport24news
Argentina took the lead courtesy of captain Lionel Messi from the penalty spot. But Saudi Arabia fought back and equalised three minutes after half-time, before taking the lead five minutes later through a stunning strike from Salem Al-Dawsari, leaving Argentina goalkeeper Emilano Martinez helpless.
Despite Argentina's relentless attacks in the second half, Saudi Arabia held on to end Argentina's 36-game run and leaving the entire footballing world shocked.
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