The 2022 Qatar World Cup kicks off with a group A clash which sees Qatar facing Ecuador. Reports indicate that a group B match was initially slotted as the first fixture of the tournament.
2022 FIFA World Cup: Which teams are in Group B?
The match-ups in group B are amongst the most anticipated in the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The group includes the likes of England, the United States of America, Wales, and Iran.
The match-ups in this group go beyond just footballing rivalries and descend into political and geographical rivalries. In footballing terms, England reigns supreme in this group and is considered a favorite to qualify from and top the group.
The Three Lions come into this World Cup as the fifth-best team in the world. Under the guidance of Gareth Southgate, the team has qualified for at least the semi-finals of major tournaments they have featured in.
However, they come into this world Cup in stuttering form, finishing last in their Nations League Group and recording no wins in their last six games.
Wales and USA are set to battle it for the other qualifying spot, although Carlos Queiroz and his Iranian team would be looking to cause a major upset with the odd stacked against them.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
