Saudi Arabia declares public holiday after historic win against Argentina
The kingdom of Saudi Arabia have declared Wednesday, 23 November a public holiday in celebration of the World Cup historic win against Argentina.
The Saudis shocked one of pre-tournaments favourites Argentina at the Lusail Stadium in Doha on Tuesday.
The 2-1 Group C win against Lionel Messi side is considered the greatest upsets in World Cup history.
Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al-Dawsari scored in the second half for the Saudis while Lionel Messi scored a first half penalty for Argentina.
PUBLIC HOLIDAY IN SAUDI ARABIA
According to SPA, Saudi Arabia’s official news agency King Salman bin Abdulaziz, has directed that there would be a holiday.
This will apply to all employees in the public and private sectors and students at all educational levels.
“The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud directed to approve what has been proposed by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, that tomorrow, Wednesday, corresponding to 29/04/1444 AH, will be a holiday for all employees in all government sectors and private sector, as well as students in all educational stages, on the occasion of the Saudi national team’s victory against Argentine national team in the World Cup,” the agency reported on Tuesday evening.
This will not be the first time a public holiday has been declared after a World Cup win. Specifically against Argentina.
Cameroon’s performance against the current South American champions in the opening match of 1990’s tournament. Also saw a holiday declared in Cameroon the very next day.
The defeat ended Argentina’s 36-game unbeaten run. It stretched back to the defeat against Brazil three years ago.
Saudi Arabia are ranked 51st in the latest FIFA World rankings and beat an Argentina side that is ranked 3rd in the World.
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