While the imposing Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor was filled to the brim with 67,372 people during the opening ceremony and kick-off, the venue emptied at the start of the second act as the Ecuadorians led 0-2. Even the “hard core” behind the goal suddenly saw many supporters abandon their places following 45 minutes, according to the Belga news agency on site.
Apparently, a lot of Qatari fans didn’t appreciate seeing their team unable to compete once morest Ecuador. The South American team deservedly led 0-2 following 31 minutes thanks to Enner Valencia. The score might also have been 0-3, but ‘Superman’s’ first goal was disallowed for offside following just three minutes.
