Saudi Arabia World Cup 2026 Squad
FIFA KSA · Group H · Head coach: Georgios Donis
Saudi Arabia's upset of Argentina in 2022's opener remains the tournament's biggest shock. the Green Falcons want consistency beyond one game. FIFA confirmed the squad on 2026-06-03. Saudi Arabia travel with 26 players in Group H, and the table below mirrors the official PDF with every shirt number and club.
Group H. Saudi target third place with points vs Cape Verde and competitive loss vs Uruguay. Georgios Donis leads the side with a clear tactical identity: 4-5-1 mid-block, rapid transitions, physical pressing and set-piece organisation.
AFC qualifying with Saudi Pro League investment boosting squad depth. 2022. group stage (beat Argentina, lost to Mexico and Poland). FIFA's published shirt names include AIMAN, FERAS, SALEM and ALSHEHRI among the 26 call-ups. 25 players were listed with KSA clubs at submission. Goalkeeper No. 1 ALAQIDI (Al Nassr FC (KSA)) anchors the defensive unit on the sheet. Spain's possession will pin Saudi back. counter discipline essential. Round of 32 via third place; repeat Argentina-style upset possible.
Official squad list (26 players)
| # | POS | Name on shirt | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | ALAQIDI | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 2 | DF | MAJRASHI | Al Ahli FC (KSA) |
| 3 | DF | LAJAMI | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 4 | DF | ALAMRI | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 5 | DF | ALTAMBAKTI | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 6 | MF | NASSER | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 7 | MF | MUSAB | Al Qadsiah FC (KSA) |
| 8 | FW | AIMAN | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 9 | FW | FERAS | Al Ahli FC (KSA) |
| 10 | FW | SALEM | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 11 | FW | ALSHEHRI | Al Ittihad (KSA) |
| 12 | DF | SAUD | RC Lens (FRA) |
| 13 | DF | NAWAF | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 14 | DF | KADISH | Al Ittihad (KSA) |
| 15 | MF | ALKHAIBARI | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 16 | MF | ZIYAD | Al Ahli FC (KSA) |
| 17 | FW | KHALID | Al Ettifaq FC (KSA) |
| 18 | MF | ALHAJJI | Neom SC (KSA) |
| 19 | FW | ALHAMDDAN | Al Nassr FC (KSA) |
| 20 | FW | MANDASH | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 21 | GK | ALOWAIS | Al Ula Saudi FC (KSA) |
| 22 | GK | ALKASSAR | Al Qadsiah FC (KSA) |
| 23 | MF | KANNO | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 24 | DF | MOTEB | Al Hilal SC (KSA) |
| 25 | DF | JEHAD | Al Qadsiah FC (KSA) |
| 26 | DF | MOHAMMED | Al Qadsiah FC (KSA) |
Source: FIFA squad list published 2026-06-03. GK — Goalkeeper; DF — Defender; MF — Midfielder; FW — Forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Green Falcons are on Saudi Arabia's 2026 FIFA roster?
Saudi Arabia (KSA) registered 26 players on 2026-06-03 after shocking Argentina in 2022. Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde await in Group H, and Pro League or European shirt names are in the official table.
Who is Saudi Arabia's head coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Georgios Donis (Greece) is the head coach on FIFA's published roster. 4-5-1 mid-block, rapid transitions, physical pressing and set-piece organisation.
Who does Saudi Arabia play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Saudi Arabia face Spain, Cabo Verde and Uruguay in Group H. Group H. Saudi target third place with points vs Cape Verde and competitive loss vs Uruguay. Spain's possession will pin Saudi back. counter discipline essential.
Where is the full Saudi Arabia World Cup 2026 roster table?
Every shirt number, NAME ON SHIRT, club, height and date of birth for all 26 call-ups is on the official Saudi Arabia squad page linked in this article. The blog focuses on analysis; the roster page has the sortable FIFA table.
What does NAME ON SHIRT mean on Saudi Arabia's FIFA list?
NAME ON SHIRT is the exact text FIFA registers for the back of the jersey. It can differ from passport names (abbreviations, accents, or nicknames). Use the official squad page to match each player's number to their shirt name.