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Lopetegui insists Qatar will 'fight tooth and nail' in must-win match against Bosnia

Qatar aim to make history in Wednesday's must-win World ⁠Cup group match against Bosnia and Herzegovina with the country's first-ever World Cup finals win, Qatar coach ‌Julen Lopetegui said on Tuesday.

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Lopetegui insists Madibo horror challenge an 'accident' as Qatar see red against Canada

Qatar head coach Julen Lopetegui believes there was no malice in the challenge that saw Ismael Kone's leg broken by Assim Madibo as his side were thrashed 6-0 by Canada in Vancouver on Thursday.

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How former Spain coach Julen Lopetegui rebuilt the Qatar national team from 2022 ruins

2,920 days after his historic dismissal from the Spanish national team, Julen Lopetegui returned to the World Cup sidelines with Qatar.

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Qatar feel 'no pressure' heading into crucial Canada matchup

Qatar are approaching the World Cup with a relaxed ⁠mindset, focusing on enjoying the occasion and remaining competitive rather than feeling pressure, manager Julen Lopetegui said ahead ‌of Thursday's game against co-hosts Canada in Vancouver.

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Lopetegui stresses Qatar have 'right to dream' after last-gasp draw against Switzerland

Qatar have earned the right to keep dreaming at the World Cup after ⁠captain Boualem Khoukhi's stoppage-time equaliser rescued a 1-1 draw against Switzerland and a first-ever point at the tournament, coach Julen Lopetegui ‌said on Saturday.