Saudi Arabia has declared Wednesday, 23 November 2022, as a public holiday following the country's historic victory over football powerhouse and two-time World Cup winners Argentina. FIFA World Cup 2022: The famous victory came in the grandest of stages as the Saudis got the better of Lionel Messi-led Argentina, predicted by some to win the tournament, with a 2-1 win in their opener at the iconic Lusail Stadium. Saudi Arabia's King Salan directed that Wednesday be a holiday in both the public and private sectors in the country.
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