75’: Cavani Complains But Seems O.K.

A double roll by Cavani seeking a free kick call. Amazingly, when no call came, he jumped right up to complain, seemingly none the worse for wear.

73’: Desperation Setting In

The Saudis press forward with more men, desperate for a goal. At the moment they have only one official shot on goal, though, so it’s hard to see it happening.

63’: Cavani Keeps Trying

Cavani gets the ball in Saudi territory and stands over it forever unmolested. That gives Carlos Sanchez time to race into the box, and Cavani chips it to him. A real opportunity, but he knocks it barely over the bar.

59’: Yawning Yet?

If you’re not watching this game, you’re not missing much. After the Suarez goal, the Saudis lacked the talent to create chances, and Uruguay lacked the urgency.

51’: Suarez’s Free Kick is No Good

Free kick to Suarez from distance. It takes a weird bounce off the wall, and Al Owais has to go full extension to bat it away.

46’: Is This It for Saudia Arabia?

The second half kicks off with Saudi Arabia 45 minutes from elimination.

Halftime: Uruguay Has Lead and Momentum

Saudi Arabia started much better than in their opener, but the goal by Suarez took some of the fizz out of the game, and the Saudis haven’t really threatened since.

44’: Al Jassam Limps Off

A leg injury to Taiseer Al Jassam of Saudi Arabia. He limps off and will be replaced by Hussain Al Mogahwi.