World Cup 2022 live: Qatar loses to Ecuador in opening match - World Cup Update 


World Cup 2022 live: Qatar loses to Ecuador in opening match - World Cup Update

        World Cup 2022 live: Qatar loses to Ecuador in opening match - World Cup Update 

  • Hosts Qatar lose 2-0 to Ecuador in the opening World Cup match, as Enner Valencia scores both goals.

  • Morgan Freeman, Jungkook and several others star in spectacular opening ceremony that delivered a message of unity and inclusivity ahead of the first-ever World Cup held in the Middle East.

  • More than a decade of work went into preparing the country, with large parts of the capital Doha reimagined to cater to the fans.

  • FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has accused the West of double standards in their criticism of the tournament.

  • New to the game? Check out our explainers on the basics of the beautiful game here and this year’s tournament here.