Surprises at 2026 World Cup: Brazil held, Qatar snatch late draw, Turkey lose despite dominance
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has started with unexpected results in the first group matches – Brazil failed to win, Qatar equalized in the last minute against Switzerland, and Turkey lost to Australia despite a heavy shot advantage.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, and the first group stage matches have already produced surprises. Brazil, traditionally one of the tournament favorites, could not secure a win in their opening match. Meanwhile, Qatar, who were hosts in the previous tournament, managed a last-minute equalizer against Switzerland, ending the game 1-1.
Another unexpected result came in the match between Turkey and Australia. Turkey had a significant advantage in shots on goal but still lost 0-2. Australia capitalized on their chances, while Turkey failed to convert their dominance into goals.
These results indicate that the tournament will be unpredictable, and teams considered favorites cannot afford to relax. The remaining group matches will continue in the coming days.
