Valencia doubled the lead with a powerful header following a pinpoint cross from Ángelo Preciado .
Qatar’s best opportunity came just before halftime when Almoez Ali missed a close-range header. In the second half, substitute Mohammed Muntari nearly pulled one back with a half-volley that grazed the top of the net. Team Statistics вљЅ вљЅ Katar - Ekwador вљЅ вљЅ вљЅ
Ecuador controlled much of the game, managing the tempo after their early lead, while Qatar struggled with nerves in their debut World Cup appearance. Possession Shots (on target) Yellow Cards Fouls Committed Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports Qatar 0-2 Ecuador (Nov 20, 2022) Game Analysis - ESPN Valencia doubled the lead with a powerful header
Ecuador defeated Qatar 2-0 on November 20, 2022, to kick off the FIFA World Cup with a historic victory at the Al Bayt Stadium. Sun, Nov 20 2022 World Cup E. Valencia (16'P) E. Valencia (31') Team Statistics Ecuador controlled much of the game,
After being tripped in the box by Qatari goalkeeper Saad Al Sheeb , Valencia clinicaly converted the resulting penalty kick.