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Saudi Arabia Argentina with a 2-1 victory, marking an unprecedented access to the football tournament.
Saudi Arabia has declared a public holiday on November 23, following its historic victory over Argentina in the ongoing World Cup.
– FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) 22 November 2022
The custodian of the two holy mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, ordered approval of the proposal through the Saudi crown prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to announce a holiday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
– SPAENG (@Spa_Eng) November 22, 2022
Public and private sector workers and all academics across the country will benefit from day off. Held at Lusail Stadium, Saudi Arabia stunned Argentina with a 2-1 victory to mark an unprecedented entry into the football tournament.
?? Watch Saudi Arabia’s entire FIFA win over Argentina
– FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) 22 November 2022
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Dubai, took to Twitter for his joy.
– His Highness Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) 22 November 2022
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, congratulated the team.
– Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) November 22, 2022
Saudi Arabia will face Poland in their next tournament on November 26 at Doha’s Education City Stadium.
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