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World Cup 2026: Qatar stuns Switzerland with late equaliser

Switzerland was caught off guard in a dramatic draw against Qatar (1-1) in their World Cup 2026 group stage opener. Breel Embolo opened the scoring in the 17th minute from the penalty spot after a reckless challenge from goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada. The Swiss dominated possession but struggled to convert their numerous chances, allowing Boualem Khoukhi to snatch a stoppage-time equaliser.

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Europa Monitor

Qatar shocked Switzerland with a stoppage-time equaliser in their World Cup 2026 group stage opener. Breel Embolo gave the Swiss the lead from the penalty spot in the 17th minute after Mahmoud Abunada’s reckless challenge, but Boualem Khoukhi’s dramatic strike deep into added time snatched a 1-1 draw.

Despite dominating with 78% possession and 20 shots, Switzerland couldn’t convert their chances and paid the price in the dying moments.

(FRANCE 24 with AFP)

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