In celebration of World Cup win against Argentina, Saudi Arabia has declared a public holiday on Wednesday.

The ‏national holiday is for all employees in "government and the private sector, as well as students in all educational stages," according to the state-run Saudi Press Agency.

Saudi Arabia beat Lionel Messi-led Argentina 2-1 in the Group C match on Tuesday to make an excellent start to Qatar 2022, and ending La Albiceleste's 36-game unbeaten run. Saleh Al-Shehri and Salem Al-Dawsari both scored in the space of five minutes to secure the historic win.

Saudi Arabia will play against Poland and Mexico to end the group stage.