The 2022 World Cup in Qatar was thrown into more uncertainty after the host nation was knocked out of the competition following a shock 2-0 defeat at the hands of Senegal. Both sides went into their final group game knowing that only a win would be enough to give them any chance of progressing to the knockout rounds, and it was Senegal who came out on top despite having less possession and fewer chances than their opponents during the match.
Qatar World Cup: Hosts knocked out the following defeat by Senegal
It was a disappointing finish for Qatar who had been favorites to win Group H, but their ambitions were thwarted by the side from North Africa. Their opponents were ranked 67th in the world and had already conceded two goals in their two previous games, but it mattered little as they took a lead into halftime thanks to Moussa Wague's strike.
Qatar World Cup: Fans react to host nation's early exit
With their second loss in two matches, Qatar was officially knocked out of contention for the knockout stage following their 2-0 loss to Senegal. The match was all but over by halftime with both goals coming in the span of nine minutes.
Fans, who had gathered at bars and restaurants across Doha, were equally shocked and disappointed by the result. Many fans could be seen with their heads in their hands or shaking them back and forth as if trying to shake away what just happened.
Qatar World Cup: What next for the host nation?
The 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Qatar. This is news that will make the Middle Eastern country very happy. On Friday, Qatar was beaten 1-0 by Senegal in their final group game, which meant they were eliminated from the tournament. What next for the host nation? The 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Qatar. This is news that will make the Middle Eastern country very happy.
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