Switzerland and Qatar played to a 1-1 draw in their opening match of Group B in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The match ended dramatically after Qatar scored a late equalizer, preventing Switzerland from securing a win. Switzerland had taken the lead earlier in the game, appearing poised for victory. However, Qatar’s persistence paid off with a goal in injury time. The result leaves both teams with one point in the group standings. This outcome marks a setback for Switzerland’s qualifying campaign and a positive start for Qatar. The draw highlights the competitive nature of the World Cup qualification process.