Liverpool striker Mohamed Salah had lobbed the opener midway through the first half to score his second goal of the tournament.

Egypt goalkeeper and captain Essam El-Hadary, who became the oldest footballer ever to have played in a World Cup match at the age of 45, saved a penalty in the 41st minute.

Saudi Arabia were awarded another penalty late into stoppage time at the end of the first half, with Salman Al-Faraj stepping up to convert and equalize.

With the match looking like it was heading toward a draw, Al-Dawsari scored to bring his side victory and leave Egypt without a point.

Both Egypt and Saudi Arabia had been eliminated from the World Cup after losing their two opening matches.