Qatar snatched a valuable 1-1 draw against Switzerland, with Karim Boudiaf scoring a crucial equalizer in the fifth minute of stoppage time. The goal, netted in the 90+5th minute, secured a precious point for the Maroons in their Group B opener of the 2026 World Cup.
Qatar Switzerland World Cup draw
Switzerland had taken the lead earlier in the match when Breel Embolo converted a penalty in the 17th minute. However, Qatar fought back, and Boudiaf's late header ultimately leveled the score.
This draw marks a historic moment for Qatar, earning their first-ever point in the history of the FIFA World Cup finals. Both teams finish the encounter with one point each, placing them level with Canada and Bosnia, who also drew their respective matches in the same group.
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