Reasons Why Qatar will win its 1st match against Ecuador in 2022 FIFA

The world cup kicks off in Qatar and the hosts making their debut against Ecuador.

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Qatar won the AFC Asian Cup in 2019

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Had a strong showing in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2021

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They made it to the semifinals before losing 1-0 to the United States.

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There could be low scoring match.

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Both teams will play more of an offensive style.

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Advantage to Qatar playing as the host nation

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Qatar has a Spanish manager in Félix Sánchez

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Qatar has an attacking style of play that could result in a higher-scoring game

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The world cup kicks off in Qatar and the hosts making their debut against Ecuador.

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Qatar won the AFC Asian Cup in 2019

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Had a strong showing in the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 2021

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They made it to the semifinals before losing 1-0 to the United States.

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There could be low scoring match.

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Both teams will play more of an offensive style.

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Advantage to Qatar playing as the host nation

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Qatar has a Spanish manager in Félix Sánchez

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Qatar has an attacking style of play that could result in a higher-scoring game

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