World Cup 2022 Qatar vs. Ecuador start time, betting odds, lines: Expert picks, FIFA predictions, best bets

The 2022 World Cup begins on Sunday when host Qatar takes on Ecuador in a Group A match at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor. Kickoff is at 11 a.m. ET. The Ecuadorians are the +140 favorites, while Qatar is the underdogs. SportsLine's Brandt Sutton has been Sportsline's top soccer editor for nearly five years. He has returned more than $2,300 for $100 bettors on his last 261 soccer picks.

Sutton has broken down Ecuador vs. Qatar and revealed his picks and predictions. SportsLine has revealed the betting lines and trends for Qatar vs Ecuador.

Qatar is making its first-ever appearance in the World Cup. Ecuador have recorded a shutout in each of their last six games.

Ecuador have a good young core and have been difficult to beat this year. Ecuador have lost only once in 10 matches in 2022. The results included draws against Brazil and Argentina.

Qatar has won each of their last five matches since Oct. 13. Almoez Ali has 41 international goals. He was the team's top scorer at both the 2019 Asian Cup and the 2021 Gold Cup.

Sutton has taken an in-depth look at Qatar vs. Ecuador and has picked the best bet. He also has a full breakdown of the opening match at the 2022 World Cup.