Excitement and despair as Saudi Arabia fans watch match with Poland - in pictures

Team were beaten 2-0 at Education City Stadium

Saudi Arabia fans gathered to watch the World Cup match against Poland at Marsool Park Stadium in Riyadh. Reuters

There was a carnival atmosphere at the stadium after Saudi Arabia's opening win over Argentina. Reuters

Young Saudi fans wearing their team's colours fly the country's flag. Reuters

A Saudi Arabia fan takes a selfie. Reuters

The atmosphere was tense during the match. Reuters

Saudi Arabia were beaten 2-0, with Poland's goals from Piotr Zielinski and Robert Lewandowski. Reuters

The result meant disappointment in the Riyadh stadium. Reuters

Saudi fans were full of hope, particularly when the team won a penalty. AFP

But the spot kick was missed by Salem Al Dawsari. AFP

Excitement turned to dejection as the fans watched the game slip away. AFP

Saudi Arabia were dominant yet not decisive, the better team for much of the game. AFP

A Saudi fan shows her disappointment. AFP

Attempting to reach the knockouts for only the second time in six attempts, it now comes down to Mexico on Wednesday. AFP

Thousands turned out to watch the Poland game, riding a wave of positivity. AFP

Saudi Arabia controlled the first half hour and more, clearly buoyed by the Argentina triumph. AFP

The frustration of the players was felt by the fans. AFP

Saudi Arabia fans show their colours with pride. Reuters

The Poland match evoked a range of emotions. Reuters

The Poland match ultimately ended in disappointment, but Saudi Arabia can still qualify. Reuters

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