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Socceroos Brace for Determined Saudi Challenge in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Australia Set to Face Saudi Arabia in Crucial Match

The Australian men's football team, the Socceroos, are preparing for a challenging encounter against Saudi Arabia in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The match, scheduled for October 11, 2022, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, will be crucial for both teams' hopes of qualifying for the 2023 FIFA World Cup.

Saudi Arabia's Strengths and Ambitions

Saudi Arabia, ranked 51st in the FIFA World Rankings, has made a strong start to the qualifying campaign, winning two of their first three matches. The Saudis boast a talented squad, led by forward Salem Al-Dawsari, who scored the winning goal against Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. They are determined to qualify for the World Cup for the sixth time and will be eager to assert their dominance against Australia.

Socceroos Aim to Bounce Back

The Socceroos, ranked 38th in the FIFA World Rankings, will need to bounce back from a disappointing defeat to Japan in their previous qualifier. Australia has qualified for the past four World Cups but will need to improve their recent form to secure a place in the 2023 tournament. Coach Graham Arnold will be looking for a strong performance from his team, particularly from key players such as captain Mat Ryan and forward Awer Mabil.

Key Players to Watch

Several key players are expected to feature in the match: * **Salem Al-Dawsari (Saudi Arabia):** The forward scored the winning goal against Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and will be a threat to the Australian defense. * **Awer Mabil (Australia):** The forward has been in impressive form for his club, Cádiz CF, and will be looking to make an impact in the qualifier. * **Mat Ryan (Australia):** The goalkeeper is a key figure for the Socceroos and will need to be at his best to keep out the Saudi attack.

Match Details

The match between Saudi Arabia and Australia will be held at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on October 11, 2022. The match will be broadcast live on Fox Sports in Australia and beIN Sports in Saudi Arabia.