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.
