Saudi Arabia stunned World Cup favorites Argentina 2-1 in a resolute show of perseverance in the current 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Argentina failed to capture all three points despite a strong first half, as two goals were annulled before halftime. Lionel Messi, a seven-time Ballon d'Or winner, scored the sole goal of the game for his team in the opening 10 minutes with a penalty.

Both Messi and Lautaro Martinez had their goals ruled off due to offsides in the build-up.

Saleh Alshehri's goal, 48′, leveled the game with Argentina, and Saleh Aldawsari's 53rd minute winning goal turned the game around shortly after the second half begun.

In a spectacular effort, Saudi Arabia's goalkeeper stopped all conceivable opposing goals till the final whistle.

Argentina's 30-game undefeated streak has been shattered by the Middle Eastern country.