| Date | R | Home v Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18 15:00 | 1 |
Argentina v France
|
2-2 |
| 12/17 15:00 | 20 |
[2] Croatia v Morocco
[1] 
|
2-1 |
| 12/14 19:00 | 2 |
France v Morocco
|
2-0 |
| 12/13 19:00 | 2 |
[1] Argentina v Croatia
[2]
|
3-0 |
| 12/10 19:00 | 3 |
England v France
|
1-2 |
| 12/10 15:00 | 3 |
Morocco v Portugal
|
1-0 |
| 12/09 19:00 | 3 |
Netherlands v Argentina
|
2-2 |
| 12/09 15:00 | 3 |
[2] Croatia v Brazil
[1] 
|
0-0 |
| 12/06 19:00 | 4 |
[1] Portugal v Switzerland
[2] 
|
6-1 |
| 12/06 15:00 | 4 |
[1] Morocco v Spain
[2] 
|
0-0 |
| 12/05 19:00 | 4 |
[1] Brazil v South Korea
[2] 
|
4-1 |
| 12/05 15:00 | 4 |
[1] Japan v Croatia
[2]
|
1-1 |
| 12/04 19:00 | 4 |
[1] England v Senegal
[2] 
|
3-0 |
| 12/04 15:00 | 4 |
[1] France v Poland
[2] 
|
3-1 |
| 12/03 19:00 | 4 |
[1] Argentina v Australia
[2] 
|
2-1 |
| 12/03 15:00 | 4 |
[1] Netherlands v USA
[2] 
|
3-1 |
| 12/02 19:00 | 3 |
[3] Cameroon v Brazil
[1]
|
1-0 |
| 12/02 19:00 | 3 |
[4] Serbia v Switzerland
[2]
|
2-3 |
| 12/02 15:00 | 3 |
[3] South Korea v Portugal
[1]
|
2-1 |
| 12/02 15:00 | 3 |
[2] Ghana v Uruguay
[4] 
|
0-2 |
| 12/01 19:00 | 3 |
[2] Japan v Spain
[1]
|
2-1 |
| 12/01 19:00 | 3 |
[3] Costa Rica v Germany
[4] 
|
2-4 |
| 12/01 15:00 | 3 |
[1] Croatia v Belgium
[3] 
|
0-0 |
| 12/01 15:00 | 3 |
[4] Canada v Morocco
[2]
|
1-2 |
| 11/30 19:00 | 3 |
[3] Saudi Arabia v Mexico
[4] 
|
1-2 |
| 11/30 19:00 | 3 |
[1] Poland v Argentina
[2]
|
0-2 |
| 11/30 15:00 | 3 |
[4] Tunisia v France
[1]
|
1-0 |
| 11/30 15:00 | 3 |
[2] Australia v Denmark
[3] 
|
1-0 |
| 11/29 19:00 | 3 |
[2] Iran v USA
[3]
|
0-1 |
| 11/29 19:00 | 3 |
[4] Wales v England
[1]
|
0-3 |
Ecuador
Qatar
Wikipedia - 2022 FIFA World Cup
The 2022 FIFA World Cup was the 22nd FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial world championship for national football teams organized by FIFA. It took place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022, after the country was awarded the hosting rights in 2010. It was the first World Cup to be held in the Middle East and Persian Gulf countries, and the second held entirely in Asia after the 2002 tournament in South Korea and Japan.
This tournament was the last with 32 participating teams, with the number of teams being increased to 48 for the 2026 edition. To avoid the extremes of Qatar's hot climate, the event was held in November and December instead of during the traditional months of May, June, or July. It was held over a reduced time frame of 29 days with 64 matches played in eight venues across five cities. Qatar entered the event—their first World Cup—automatically as the host's national team, alongside 31 teams determined by the qualification process.
Argentina were crowned the champions after winning the final against the title holder France 4–2 on penalties following a 3–3 draw after extra time. It was Argentina's third title and their first since 1986, as well as being the first nation from outside of Europe to win the tournament since 2002. French player Kylian Mbappé became the first player to score a hat-trick in a World Cup final since Geoff Hurst in the 1966 final and won the Golden Boot as he scored the most goals (eight) during the tournament. Mbappé also became the first player to score in two consecutive finals since Vavá of Brazil did the same in 1958 and 1962.
Argentine captain Lionel Messi was voted the tournament's best player, winning his second Golden Ball. The tournament has been considered exceptionally poetic as the capstone of his career, with the win fulfilling for some commentators a previously unmet criterion to be regarded as the greatest player of all time. Teammates Emiliano Martínez and Enzo Fernández won the Golden Glove, awarded to the tournament's best goalkeeper; and the Young Player Award, awarded to the tournament's best young player, respectively. With 172 goals, the tournament set a record for the highest number of goals scored in the 32-team format, with every participating team scoring at least one goal.
The choice to host the World Cup in Qatar attracted significant criticism, with concerns raised over the country's treatment of migrant workers, women, and members of the LGBT community, as well as Qatar's climate, lack of a strong football culture, scheduling changes, and allegations of bribery for hosting rights and wider FIFA corruption.
This tournament featured 32 national teams from around the globe, competing in a month-long celebration of soccer that captivated fans and showcased the sport's rich diversity. Matches were held in state-of-the-art stadiums, each designed with cutting-edge technology and sustainability in mind, reflecting Qatar's commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility.
The tournament was characterized by thrilling matches, stunning upsets, and unforgettable moments, as teams battled for glory on the world stage. Fans from all corners of the globe gathered to support their nations, creating an electric atmosphere filled with passion, camaraderie, and cultural exchange.
As the tournament progressed, the world watched in anticipation as teams vied for the coveted trophy, culminating in a grand final that would etch itself into the annals of soccer history. The World Cup 2022 not only celebrated athletic excellence but also fostered unity and friendship among nations, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations of soccer enthusiasts.