This blog is now closed, thanks for joining us. These were the updates on the Qatar World Cup 2022 on Sunday, November 20.
This blog is now closed, thanks for joining us. These were the updates on the Qatar World Cup 2022 on Sunday, November 20.
- 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.
