Saudi Arabia beats Palestine 2-1 in Arab Cup quarterfinals match

Saudi Arabia secured a 2-1 victory over Palestine on Thursday at Lusail Stadium, ending Palestine’s inspiring run in the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. The result sends Saudi Arabia through to the semifinals, while Palestine exits the tournament after a series of strong performances.

Palestine had entered the quarterfinals after finishing at the top of their group in the opening round, earning praise for their skill and determination. Earlier in 2025, the Palestinian team also made history by reaching the knockout stages of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time, defying expectations and establishing themselves as a rising force in regional football.