Saudi Arabia Ended Argentina’s Unbeaten Streak Since 2019, Not 2017
The Claim
Saudi Arabia broke Argentina’s 36-game unbeaten streak that lasted since 2017.
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Social media users recently shared a claim alleging that Saudi Arabia broke Argentina’s 36-game unbeaten streak that lasted since 2017.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulating claim and found it to be misleading. Argentina had not lost a football match since 2019, not 2017.
The last time Argentina lost a game before the 2022 match with Saudi Arabia was back in July 2019 during the semifinal of Copa America. Brazil won the match 2-0.
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The claim is circulating after Saudi Arabia beat Argentina 2-1 on Tuesday November 22 in a heated game that surprised millions.
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FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
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