Qatar vs Ecuador Tips: Our Preview & Predictions For The World Cup Opener

Qatar take on Ecuador in the opening game of the 2022 World Cup on Sunday. Ecuador are the 7/5 favourites, while the draw is commonly priced at 2/1.

Qatar and Ecuador are playing the World Cup opener in 2022. Ecuador secured automatic qualification from South American qualifying group. Qatar played three friendlies in preparation for the tournament. The Netherlands are expected to win the group, but Ecuador could finish second. William Hill recommends a draw no bet. The bet is safer as you get your stake back if the match finishes all-square.

Qatar won the 2019 Asia Cup and played in CONCACAF Gold Cup last summer. They lost to USA in the semi-finals. Ecuador has failed to score in six friendlies for Ecuador in run-up to the World Cup. Both teams to scored looks like a tempting bet at 11/10 on Bet UK.

Almoez Ali has scored 42 goals in 85 games for Qatar. Enner Valencia is expected to lead the line for Ecuador. Cruz Azul’s Michael Estrada was their top scorer in qualifying. Moises Caicedo is an 8/1 outsider to score. He was on target in Brighton”s 5-2 victory over Leicester in September.

Betway offers 11/10 on over 3.5 cards and 11-10 for under 3-5. Paddy Power offers 10/11 on under-3. 5 cards. Karim Boudiaf is priced at 6/1 with Bet365 to be shown a card.