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Socceroos Hold Saudi Arabia to Intense Stalemate in Melbourne Thriller

In a gripping spectacle attended by a full house at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, the Socceroos battled Saudi Arabia to a 0-0 draw. Although both sides generated numerous opportunities, neither managed to score, with Australia having the upper hand in chances. A dramatic moment came when a late Saudi goal was disallowed for offside after VAR intervention, leaving both teams to settle for a crucial point each in their World Cup Qualifying journey.