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FIFA World Cup 2018: Saudi Arabia has qualified, Egypt and Syria still trying

The Saudi football team has made it to the World Cup 2018 for the 5th time in its histroy after winning the game against the Japanese team. Algeria has not qualified after losing a game with Zambia Whereas, Egypt secured 9 points after beating Uganda.

Syria's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal against Iran during their Round 3 - Group A World Cup qualifier at the Azadi Stadium in Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017. The match draw 2-2. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

Syria's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal against Iran Round 3 - Group A . The match draw 2-2. Source: AP


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