Hassan Tambakti
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Feb 9, 1999 (27)
Right
6'0"
174 lb
Posts six clearances in Uruguay tilt
Al Tambakti registered six clearances and one interception and won one duel in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Uruguay.
Analysis: Al Tambakti was part of a fine defensive effort, as Saudi Arabia gave up just one goal despite being pinned back for most of the contest, but he picked up a solid amount of stats in just one category. He was instrumental in the goal, as he challenged Fernando Muslera with a header, and Abdulelah Al-Amri pounced on the rebound. Al Tambakti scored twice and assisted one in 36 matches with Al-Hilal in 2025/2026.
Active in Tuesday's friendly
Al Tambakti (hamstring) started and recorded 45 minutes of play in Tuesday's friendly draw against Senegal.
Analysis: Al Tambakti is ready to feature in the opening World Cup clash versus Uruguay following his recovery from a minor injury. He's expected to operate as part of a center-back pairing alongside Ali Lajami that could be quite busy while facing tough opposition in the initial pair of World Cup games. In that case, he'll be valuable for defensive stats despite lacking clean sheet upside.
Undergoing tests
Tambakti (hamstring) is undergoing medical tests on Tuesday to determine whether he will be fit to feature against Senegal in Saudi Arabia's final pre-tournament friendly on Wednesday, with the results set to provide crucial clarity on his World Cup availability, according to Al-Riyadiyah.
Analysis: Tambakti had been unable to complete training after feeling hamstring pain, and the timing of the issue is a significant concern for coach Georgios Donis with the World Cup just days away. The federation will provide further updates once the medical examinations are complete, with Saudi Arabia's tournament opener fast approaching and every fit defensive option essential for their preparations.
Hamstring pain disrupts training
Tambakti was unable to complete training after feeling pain in his hamstring, the Saudi Arabian Football Federation announced, according to Al-Riyadiyah.
Analysis: Tambakti's condition will be assessed by the national team medical staff over the coming days before any further clarity emerges on his availability for Saudi Arabia's World Cup campaign. The federation will provide further updates once the extent of the issue has been determined, with the timing of the setback a concern heading into the tournament. If Tambakti can't be fit to feature, Ali bin Hassan bin Mohammed Majrashi will be the likely option to start in his spot for the Green Falcons.
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