Nawaf Al-Aqidi
GK
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May 10, 2000 (26)
6'1"
194 lb
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Targets return in later games
Al-Aqidi (hamstring) has recovered from a hamstring injury but is not expected to start the first game against Uruguay, with plans to be available for selection in the second or third game, according to Nayef Al Thakil of Alarabiya Sports.
Analysis: Al-Aqidi arrived at camp with a hamstring injury that had kept him out of every pre-tournament friendly, and has been on an intensive rehabilitation program since with both the medical and technical staff watching his progress. Coach Georgios Donis stood by him and kept him in the World Cup squad throughout, and he is now reported to be fully fit. He will miss the first game, but a return to the squad is expected by the second or third match as he targets reclaiming his starting position from Mohammed Al-Owais.
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Al Aqidi (hamstring) took part in Monday's training session with Saudi Arabia as he looks to be fully fit for the World Cup, per Arriyadiyah.com.
Analysis: Al Aqidi is now hopeful to be available for selection and potentially regain a starting role over Mohammed Al-Owais in the international tournament. There's still uncertainty about whether Al Aqidi will play, but he had been the national team's first option in previous competitions, including the 2025 Arab Cup, where he averaged 1.8 saves and 1.0 goals conceded per contest. Saudi Arabia will likely be heavily tested in the first couple of fixtures versus Uruguay and Spain, respectively.
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