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Saudi Arabia declares public holiday after historic Fifa World Cup win

Saudi Arabia beat title favourites Argentina 2-1 at the Lusail Stadium in Doha.

TAS News Service

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

JEDDAH: Following the historic win against giants Argentina at the Fifa World Cup in Doha, Saudi Arabia has announced a public holiday on November 23.

It applies to all employees in both public and private sectors, as well as all students across the country.

Saudi Arabia beat title favourites Argentina 2-1 at the Lusail Stadium in Doha on Tuesday in one of the greatest World Cup upsets in history.

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