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Lopetegui: Even Without a Goal, I'd Be Proud

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Julen Lopetegui showered his Qatar side with praise following their draw against Switzerland in the opening group stage match of the 2026 World Cup. This historic point marked the first ever for the “Sheikhs” at a FIFA World Cup.

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“I am proud of my team. I told the players that even if we hadn't scored and hadn't drawn, I would still have been pleased with the attitude and discipline they showed today. But fortunately, we managed to score, and that will go down in history. Sometimes we had a bit of luck, but to succeed in life and in sport, you have to believe and work hard. So, we are delighted for our players,” Lopetegui stated.
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