The Saudi national team is preparing for a fiery encounter this evening, Tuesday, when they face their South Korean counterparts at the Education City Stadium, aiming to secure a spot in the quarter-finals of the Asian Cup. The Saudi team topped Group Six with 7 points after winning against Oman (2-1) and Kyrgyzstan (2-0), followed by a goalless draw with Thailand. The Italian head coach of the Saudi team, Roberto Mancini, is expected to field the following formation:
- Goalkeeper: Ahmed Al-Gharab.
- Defense: Hassan Tambakti, Ali Lajami, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Saud Abdulhamid.
- Midfield: Mohammed Al-Breik, Mohammed Kanno, Abdulilah Al-Malki, Salem Al-Dosari, Sami Al-Najai.
- Attack: Firas Al-Buraikan.
