Qatar Sets Multiple Unwanted Records in 2026 World Cup Match vs Canada
In a 2026 World Cup group stage match, Qatar suffered a historic defeat against Canada, receiving two red cards and scoring an own goal—the first team ever to achieve both in a single World Cup match. Qatar also became the first Asian team with two red cards in one game, and the tournament’s five red cards after 27 matches already surpassed the 2022 total of four.
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Qatar Becomes First World Cup Team to Receive Two Red Cards and Score an Own Goal in Same Match
In a World Cup group stage match between Canada and Qatar, Qatar suffered a disastrous game, with two players sent off with red cards and also scoring an own goal. According to statistics, Qatar thus became the first team in World Cup history to receive two red cards and score an own goal in the same match, setting an embarrassing record. The news was reported by Hupu Soccer, citing a source on X, and has drawn negative reactions from readers, with comments calling the performance 'dirty and weak' and a 'shame of Asia.'
虎扑 - 足球Qatar Sets Unwanted World Cup Record with Two Red Cards Against Canada
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, Qatar faced Canada and became the first Asian team in World Cup history to have two players sent off in a single match. They also became the third team overall to receive two red cards within the first 60 minutes of a World Cup game, joining the 2006 USA-Italy match and the 1966 Uruguay-West Germany match. The report, sourced from Hupu Soccer, highlights the embarrassing milestone for Qatar, with some online commenters criticizing the team's conduct.
虎扑 - 足球Qatar Sets Record for Fastest Two Red Cards in a World Cup Match Since 2006
In the second round of the World Cup group stage, Canada faced Qatar, and two Qatari players were sent off. Statistics show that Qatar (53 minutes) became the team with the fastest two red cards in a single World Cup match since June 17, 2006, when the USA faced Italy (47 minutes). The match was marked by aggressive play, with some comments describing Qatar's conduct as 'dirty' and 'trying to kill someone.' The article was published by Hupu Football News on June 19.
虎扑 - 足球Qatar Becomes Third Team in World Cup History to Concede Three Goals and Receive Red Card in First Half
During a World Cup group stage match between Canada and Qatar on June 19, Qatar suffered a disastrous first half, conceding three goals and having a player sent off with a red card. According to Opta statistics dating back to 1966, Qatar is the third team in World Cup history to achieve this unfortunate feat. The previous two instances were Portugal against Germany in 2014, where Portugal conceded three goals and had a player sent off in the first half, and Zaire against Yugoslavia in 1974, where Zaire conceded six goals in the first half and also received a red card. The match highlights Qatar's struggles in the tournament.
虎扑 - 足球2026 World Cup Sees 5 Red Cards, Surpassing Total of Entire 2022 Tournament
In the second round of the 2026 World Cup group stage, Canada leads Qatar 2-0, with Qatar's Homam receiving a red card. Statistics indicate that after 27 matches in the 2026 World Cup, five red cards have been issued, already exceeding the total of four red cards seen across all 64 matches of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The report highlights a notable increase in disciplinary actions, with fans commenting that the tournament encourages physical play and decisive refereeing.
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