On October 13, the two countries would play against each other. Palestine was the recipient, but Saudi Arabia did not want to travel to the country.
It was then in fact traveling through Israel and recognize the Saudis that country. Over it fly was not an option: Israel airspace did not open for the team where Bert van Marwijk was the coach
The FIFA subsequently decided that the match would be played on neutral ground, to the fury of the Palestinians. . Following a meeting between FIFA boss Sepp Blatter and the presidents of the football associations of both countries, it was decided that the game is delayed until all problems are solved.
Thursday plays Van Marwijk still against the United Arab Emirates, the leader in the group. But the Saudis have played a game less and are only one point behind
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