JEDDAH: The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has praised what it described as the incredible achievements of the newly established women’s U-20 national team after their historic back-to-back matches against Mauritania in Jeddah this week.
The first match took place on Wednesday, resulting in a 3-0 victory for Saudi Arabia, and was followed by a 1-1 draw against Mauritania on Saturday.
This result further solidified the team’s growing status and demonstrated their ability to compete at an international level, a SAFF statement said.
“These matches have been a testament to the hard work and commitment of our talented players. The success of the women’s U-20 national team represents a significant milestone in the development of women’s football in Saudi Arabia,” Aalia Al-Rasheed, head of the Women’s Football Department at SAFF, said.
“We are immensely proud of their achievements and remain committed to providing them with the support and opportunities they deserve.”
The matches formed an integral part of the nine-day training camp for the team. With a roster of 24 players, the training camp emerged as a crucial catalyst in driving the team’s progress.
The milestone serves as an inspiration for women and young girls across the Kingdom, highlighting the growing opportunities and support for women’s football in Saudi Arabia, the football federation said in its statement.
