The FIFA World Cup 2022 kickson Sunday with a ceremony at the Al Bayt Stadium in the city of Al Khor, 50 kilometers outside of Qatar's capital Doha.
Enner Valencia scored two first-half goals as Ecuador beat hosts Qatar 2-0 in the opening match It's the first time that a host team(lose)the opening game of the World Cup.
Even without a home team to cheer for, Chinese fans and enterprises remain(enthusiasm) about the Qatar World Cup. Support from China has also come inmore concrete way, with most of the tournament's stadiums, its (accommodate) facilities and its official transportation system(feature) contributions from Chinese builders and providers. For example, the 80, 000-seat Lusail Stadium, is scheduled to host the eye-catching final game, was designed and built by China Railway International Group with advanced energy-saving(technology)and sustainable materials. Besides, Doha's first ever Panda House officially opened to the public on Thursday. (locate) at Al Khor Park near the AI Bayt Stadium, the Panda House is home to. Chinese giant pandas, three-year-old female Si Hai and four-year-old male Jing Jing. And according to a list released by FIFA, Chinese referee Ma Ning and two(assist) referees, Cao Yi and Shi Xiang, have been appointed to judge at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
