The 2022 soccer World Cup gets underway on Sunday, November 20, with the Group A game between hosts Qatar and Ecuador. Alongside those two in Group A are the Netherlands and Senegal, two teams with plenty of experience on the world stage. Which teams will be able to qualify from Group A and advance to the second round of the World Cup? Our soccer expert is breaking down each team and giving their best bet for Group A.
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Qatar 2022 World Cup Group A prediction
All eyes will be on hosts Qatar in this year's World Cup and they open proceedings against Ecuador.
Qatar has left no stone unturned in their preparation, playing no fewer than 19 friendlies in 2022 as they get ready for the finals.