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#3 Positives for Qatar as they held their own
Qatari football has experienced an upsurge like none other in the past six months after lifting the AFC Asian Cup and earning their right to partake in the Copa America as their continent’s prime representatives.
Their expectations were revised as they reached the tournament, going toe-to-toe with global superstars of the highest caliber. Yet, they did not look out of place against a side that boasts the greatest player to grace the game.
Argentina’s lethargy after taking the lead could be faulted as the reason, but equally, the brilliance of the likes of Abdulaziz Hatem, Ro-Ro and Hassan Al-Haydos in such a huge tie must be held in high regard.
Under former Barcelona youth coach, Felix Sanchez’s stewardship, Qatar is taking major strides as a competent footballing nation and tonight’s display is a testament to that.
