One of the 2022 World Cup favorites will have to battle to advance past the group stage.
Saudi Arabia defeated Argentina 2-1 in the opening round of Group C play on Tuesday morning.
Saudi Arabia celebrates a score against Argentina
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Lionel Messi looks devastated in Argentina’s defeat against Saudi Arabia.
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Lionel Messi’s early penalty shot goal gave Argentina a 1-0 advantage. However, Saudi Arabia scored two goals early in the second half courtesy of Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al-Dawsari and held on to the advantage to seal the major shock.