Referee Awaits Decision on Resuming Saudi Arabia vs UAE Match

Uncertainty surrounds the fate of the Saudi Arabia vs UAE match in the Arab Cup 2025 after heavy rain forced the game to stop.

  Thu , December 18 2025 / 04:37 PM Updated At: 2025-12-18 16:37:08

Chilean referee Cristian, who officiates the Saudi Arabia vs UAE match, is awaiting the decision of the Arab Cup 2025 organizing committee regarding the resumption of the game, which was suspended due to heavy rainfall at Khalifa International Stadium 🌧️⚽.

A FIFA official inside the stadium confirmed that there is currently no official موعد to resume the match, as heavy rain continues to fall, preventing safe playing conditions 🛑👕.

The first half of the match, played to determine third place in the Arab Cup 2025, ended in a goalless draw, with both teams showing a cautious approach ⚖️🥅.

Fans are now waiting for the organizing committee’s decision, which is expected to clarify the fate of the match in the coming hours ⏳📋.

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