Maxi Araujo scored a late equalizer as Uruguay came from behind to draw 1-1 with Saudi Arabia in their World Cup 2026 Group H match in Miami. Abdulelah Al Amri had given the Saudis the lead just before half-time.
Abdulelah Al Amri opened the scoring in the 41st minute when he poked home after Fernando Muslera parried a header from Saud Abdulhamid. Saudi Arabia had created the better chances in the first half, with Muslera also making a fine save to deny Al Amri earlier.
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa made two changes at half-time, including moving Federico Valverde into a more central role and sacrificing Darwin Nunez. The adjustment transformed the game as Uruguay dominated the second period.
Araujo equalized with 10 minutes remaining after firing in from close range following a parried header from Federico Vinas. Uruguay continued to press but could not find a winner, with Saudi goalkeeper Mohammed Al Owais making several key saves.
