Saudi Star Mutaib al-Harbi Sidelined: The Latest on His Devastating Injury
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At a glance
- Sports sources have confirmed that the first national football team player, Miteb Al-Harbi, has sustained a minor injury, which is not serious, according to preliminary tests.
- The Kingdom's delegation has departed for China in preparation for Al-Akhdar's upcoming match against Chinese Dragons in the second round of Asian World Cup qualifiers.
- Al-Harbi suffered a calf muscle injury, which he complained about immediately after leaving the field in the 33rd minute of the match against Indonesia.
Miteb Al-Harbi’s Injury Not Serious, According to Preliminary Tests
Sports sources have confirmed that the first national football team player, Miteb Al-Harbi, has sustained a minor injury, which is not serious, according to preliminary tests.
The Kingdom’s delegation has departed for China in preparation for Al-Akhdar’s upcoming match against Chinese Dragons in the second round of Asian World Cup qualifiers.
Al-Harbi suffered a calf muscle injury, which he complained about immediately after leaving the field in the 33rd minute of the match against Indonesia.
The match between the national team and the Indonesian national team ended in a 1-1 draw in the first round of the third group competition of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Thursday.