The opening match of the 2022 World Cup pits hosts Qatar against Ecuador in Group A.
The 22nd edition of the world’s most famous football tournament kicks off in Al Kohr at Al Bayt Stadium, with the reigning Asian Cup champions determined to show they belong at this level after their controversial awarding of hosting rights.
Ecuador are certainly no pushovers and go into the game as favourites, though Qatar will dream of picking up a historic win ahead of games against Senegal and the Netherlands.
Here’s how to watch their Group A game on TV and live streaming channels.
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Where are Qatar vs Ecuador playing?
- Location: Al Kohr, Qatar
- Stadium: Al Bayt Stadium
- Date: Sunday 20 November
- Kick-off Time: 16:00 GMT / 11:00 ET / 08:00 PT
What TV channel is Qatar vs Ecuador on?
Where can you watch Qatar vs Ecuador on TV in the UK?
- BBC One
- BBC iPlayer
Where can you watch Qatar vs Ecuador on TV in the United States and Canada?
- FOX (US)
- Telemundo (US)
- fuboTV (US)
- DirecTV Stream (US)
- Peacock Premium (US)
- Vidgo (US)
- Sling Blue (US)
- CTV (Canada)
- TSN (Canada)
Where can you watch Qatar vs Ecuador highlights?
- FIFA YouTube Channel (Worldwide)
Qatar will be playing in their first-ever World Cup game and is the first country to make its debut at the World Cup by virtue of being hosts, skipping qualifying.
The Annabi enter the 2022 FIFA World Cup ranked 50th in the world.
Ecuador returns to the World Cup stage after missing out on the tournament in 2018. The team had previously established themselves as regulars on the world stage, qualifying in 2002, 2006 and 2014.
The team enters Qatar 2022 ranked 44th in the world, having finished behind Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay in qualifying.