Nawaf Boushal

Joins Saudi Arabia for World Cup

Bu Washl is expected to start at left-back for Saudi Arabia at the 2026 World Cup.

Analysis: Bu Washl is joining Saudi Arabia in America for the World Cup, not just set to be on the roster but likely to be a starter in the defense. He is a typical right-back but is more likely to be on the left, although he could see time on either side during the tournament. That said, he will also give the defense a solid two-way option, as he can move up the forward effectively, doing so with Al-Nassr in league play. However, in a group matched with Uruguay and Spain, he could see numerous goals against his side, hurting any value the defender had.