Riyadh, Jan. 13 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) marked another milestone for the kingdom by hosting the first ever women's international football tournament.

The tournament, which began on Wednesday and ends on January 19, is being held at the Prince Saud bin Jalawi Stadium in Al Khobar, in the Eastern Region.

National teams from Saudi Arabia, Comoros, Pakistan, and Mauritius are going head-to-head in the friendly tournament.

Saudi Arabia defeated Mauritius 1-0 in the opening match, while Pakistan defeated Comoros 1-0.

"The hosting of this tournament in Saudi Arabia marks a milestone moment not just for women's football and the growth of the game in the Kingdom, but for football itself.

"It is an event that can play a big role i...