Switzerland dominated a cagey Group B opener against Qatar, controlling possession at 68 percent and creating far more chances with 26 shots to Qatar's six. Breel Embolo gave the Swiss an early lead from the penalty spot in the 17th minute, but Qatar equalized through an own goal by Silvan Muheim in the 90th minute to secure a draw. Despite Switzerland's superiority—they registered seven shots on goal compared to Qatar's three—they could not convert their advantage into victory. Rubén Vargas earned player of the match honors for his influential display. The result leaves Switzerland on four points and still alive for a top-two finish, while Qatar remains in contention with one point from their opening fixture.