Saudi Arabia coach Renard aiming for repeat of 1998

Saudi Arabia will travel to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 intent on matching their best performance in the competition: qualification for the last 16 in USA 28 years ago. The Green Falcons have undergone a major transformation since appearing at Russia 2018. Herve Renard’s side have come under the microscope for issues in front of goal of late.

Renard was in charge of Morocco at the World Cup Russia 2018. He is expected to use his favoured direct, attacking style in Qatar. Renard used the 4-3-2-1 formation in qualifying for Qatar 2022. The system worked well for the Saudis in Asian qualifying competition.

Salem al-Dawsari is Renard's most important player. He is a versatile player who can play anywhere in the attack. Al-dawsar scored from the penalty spot in Saudi Arabia's match with Australia. The forward missed the September warm-up matches but is expected to be fit for Qatar 2022.

FIRAS AL-BURAIKAN is one of the youngest players in the Saudi set-up. Renard handed al-Buraikan his first cap in October 2019. Al-buraikan was the leading Saudi marksman in national league last season.

Saudi Arabia are hoping for World Cup success. They have won only three of their 16 World Cups. Sami al-Jaber is their top scorer with three goals. Saudi Arabia will open their campaign against Argentina on November 22 at Lusail Stadium. They will also face Mexico and Poland. Abdullah al al Salami arrived at Abu Samra border port yesterday to attend the FIFA World cup Qatar 2022.