Al-Akhdar’s Dilemma: Who Will Fill the Void Left by Miteb Al-Harbi in Crucial China Clash

Roberto Mancini’s Squad ‌Update: Miteb Al-Harbi Out, Saud Abdul Hamid In

Italian coach Roberto Mancini has made a significant change to the national team’s lineup ahead of their upcoming ‌match​ against China in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Miteb Al-Harbi,⁢ a key player for Al-Akhdar, has been​ left out of the squad due to a leg injury sustained during the⁤ recent match ​against Indonesia.

As a result, Saud Abdul Hamid‌ has been brought in to replace Al-Harbi in the right-back position, while Sultan Al-Ghanam will⁢ take on the left-back position. This ‌change aims to compensate for Al-Harbi’s absence and strengthen the team’s defense in the next World⁢ Cup qualifier.

Al-Akhdar is seeking their first win in‍ the group stage, following a thrilling draw against⁣ Indonesia in the first round of the World Cup qualifiers. With this updated ‌lineup, the team is looking to secure a crucial victory and move forward ​in​ the competition.