Netherlands negotiate Qatari test with ease

In-form Cody Gakpo scored again as the Netherlands finished top of Group A, ending Qatar’s miserable involvement at their home World Cup with a third consecutive defeat. Qatar’s dismal showing means they became the first host nation to exit the tournament with three group-stage losses, finishing bottom with no points.

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Hosts Qatar eliminated after defeat by Senegal

Host nation Qatar have crashed out of the World Cup after they slumped to a 3-1 defeat by Senegal at the Al Thumama Stadium on Friday, despite Mohammed Muntari netting a first-ever World Cup finals goal for the Qataris. The Netherlands’ draw against Ecuador, who beat Qatar in the tournament’s opening game, later on Friday confirmed that the Qataris become the first side mathematically eliminated.

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Ecuador beat hosts Qatar with ease in World Cup opener

Enner Valencia scored a brace as Ecuador condemned host nation Qatar to an opening game defeat. Valencia converted an early penalty kick and guided a fine header into the Qatari net in a first half blitz that left the hosts stunned as they struggled throughout.

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Qatar 2022: Group A Preview

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is almost here and Group A features a powerhouse of European football that is on the rise once again. It also features the host nation, a controversial South American qualifier and one of Africa’s strongest teams. Here’s your guide to Group A.

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