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Today at the World Cup: Qatar fall flat while England opt to take knee

The opening ceremony was a glamorous occasion but the host nation were easily beaten by Ecuador.

The Independent UK

Minister backs Harry Kane’s right to wear OneLove armband as World Cup row deepens

England captain could be handed a yellow card before kick-off for his defiance

Evening Standard

England fixture schedule, TV channels and times for World Cup games

England have a tough task in the Qatar World Cup and the Three Lions will be hoping to progress from Group B that includes Wales, Iran and USA.

Liverpool Echo

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Qatar Facade Crumbles in Embarrassing Loss in World Cup Opener

From emptying stands to an uninspired performance on the field, the host nation’s incompetence was on full display in every corner of the Al-Bayt Stadium.

Sports Illustrated

Ecuador fans make feelings on World Cup beer ban clear with brilliant chant

FIFA announced that the eight stadiums hosting World Cup fixtures in Qatar would not be selling beer just two days before the hosts faced Ecuador on Sunday evening

Daily Mirror

Rio Ferdinand delighted with Gareth Southgate decision on eve of England World Cup game

England boss Gareth Southgate has spoken to the press ahead of his team's opening game of the Qatar World Cup against Iran at the Khalifa International Stadium on Monday

Daily Mirror

‘The atmosphere was great’: Qatar coach hails fans despite mass exodus during Ecuador defeat

Qatar fans left in their droves at half-time of the World Cup opener as Ecuador outclassed the hosts

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Cool air blasts fans on breezy World Cup opening night

Icy air blasted fans packing the Al Bayt Stadium on the World Cup’s breezy opening night in Qatar

The Independent UK

Qatar's first-ever World Cup match ends in defeat

In 92 years of soccer's biggest event, a host team had never lost its opening game. The World Cup opened Sunday with Qatar getting outplayed and embarrassed in a 2-0 loss to Ecuador.

WEKU

For U.S., Wales, Vital World Cup Opener Has Been a Long Time Coming

The U.S. has waited eight years to return to this stage, while for Wales it’s been 64. Either way, motivation and urgency are not in short supply.

Sports Illustrated

Ecuador Fans Chant ‘We Want Beer’ at Dry World Cup in Qatar

The 2022 World Cup officially kicked off on Sunday, and fans in the stadium weren’t too pleased with the alcohol policy.

Sports Illustrated

European World Cup teams to defy FIFA in armband standoff

FIFA has tried to end a standoff with European teams about wearing unauthorized captain armbands for an anti-discrimination campaign that draws attention to World Cup host Qatar

The Independent UK

Enner Valencia provides injury update after sending Qatar punch drunk in World Cup opener

QATAR 0-2 ECUADOR: Enner Valencia scored twice, and had another ruled out by VAR, as Ecuador swatted hosts Qatar aside - but he was forced off with ankle and knee injuries

Daily Mirror

Qatar get stage fright as hosts flop against Ecuador on their big opening night at World Cup 2022

In the build-up to this tournament, it became quite apparent that Qatar would much prefer if a little more of the focus was on the football. On this evidence, the host nation might want to re-think.

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Viewers were disappointed that Fox’s World Cup coverage ignored Qatar’s awful human rights record

A STARK contrast from other broadcasters.

The Independent UK

Morgan Freeman helps open the controversial Qatar World Cup

‘We gather here as one big tribe’

France 24

World Cup host Qatar loses opener to Ecuador 0-2 in record defeat

Qatar’s first ever World Cup match ended in dismay for an overmatched team and with a place in unwanted soccer history.

Football London

Why Al Bayt stadium emptied after half-time during 2022 World Cup opener Qatar Vs Ecuador

World Cup news: Tournament opener fizzles out as fans leave the ground early at half-time.

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Irish Mirror

Liam Brady slams 'no hopers' Qatar as World Cup hosts fall to 2-0 defeat

Brady along with fellow RTE pundit Richie Sadlier were scathing in their criticism of the Qatar performance

The Independent UK

Qatar’s opening World Cup impression slips into disaster on and off the pitch

Qatar delivered neither the performance the hosts required nor the logistical competence to ensure everything worked smoothly.

Daily Mirror

Qatar fans turn their backs on World Cup opener in embarrassing Ecuador defeat

Qatar supporters were clearly unimpressed with Felix Sanchez's team after thousands of them left the Al Bayt Stadium early on Sunday - leaving organisers concerned

Wales Online

Thousands of fans leave World Cup opening game early in depressing scenes

The opening game of the World Cup was won by Ecuador, who beat their hosts Qatar 2-0

Liverpool Echo

What are the rule changes at the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

There will be a few changes on the field for the 22nd edition of the World Cup

Asharq Al-Awsat

World Cup Dismay for Qatar as Ecuador Wins Opening Game

Qatar’s first ever World Cup match ended in dismay for an overmatched team and with a place in unwanted soccer history. The tournament opened Sunday with Qatar getting outplayed in a 2-0 loss to Ecuador in front of 67,372 fans at Al Bayt Stadium. In 92 years of soccer’s biggest…

Al Jazeera

Hosts Qatar overwhelmed by Ecuador in opening World Cup match

Ecuador put two unanswered goals past Qatar for victory in the World Cup’s opening match.

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