The Netherlands easily defeated World Cup hosts Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday at the Al Bayt Stadium to take first place in Group A and proceed to the knockout rounds. Cody Gakpo scored his third goal in three games.
The Netherlands defeated Qatar 2-0 to win World Cup Group A
Senegal, who eliminated Ecuador by defeating them 2-1 to finish second on six points, will join the Dutch in the round of 16, where they ended with seven points from their three group matches.
The Qataris had already been eliminated with their 3-1 defeat to Senegal, and despite making significant investments in cutting-edge facilities to host the World Cup, they failed once more on the field.
They did had their moments in the lackluster first half, forcing a few of corners and threatening on the fringe of the Dutch area, but as soon as they showed their fangs, Gakpo delivered a gut-punching goal.
The 23-year-old got an appealing pass from Davy Klaassen, ran through the center of the defense, and then sent a precise shot past Meshaal Bersham to score the game’s first goal in the 26th minute.
The Dutch scored again just four minutes into the second half when Frenkie de Jong headed in a cross from Klaassen that found its way to Depay. The Qatari defense was caught ball-watching as Depay’s attempt was saved.
They did had their moments in the lackluster first half, forcing a few of corners and threatening on the fringe of the Dutch area, but as soon as they showed their fangs, Gakpo delivered a gut-punching goal.
The 23-year-old got an appealing pass from Davy Klaassen, ran through the center of the defense, and then sent a precise shot past Meshaal Bersham to score the game’s first goal in the 26th minute.
The Dutch scored again just four minutes into the second half when Frenkie de Jong headed in a cross from Klaassen that found its way to Depay. The Qatari defense was caught ball-watching as Depay’s attempt was saved.
The Dutch had a goal disallowed because Gakpo handled the ball in the build-up, but they still easily won since Qatar lacked the talent to stage a comeback.
Following the final whistle, the Dutch had a little wait before learning which of the Group B teams, such as England, Wales, Iran, or the United States, they would face in the round of 16.
victors in Asia In order to plan for the game’s future in their nation, Qatar will resume playing the role of the tournament’s hosts.