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1. 90+10'

   The referee checks his watch and blows his whistle to signal the end of this match.

2. 90+10'

   Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) decides to speed play up with a short corner kick.

3. 90+6'

   A horde of players are waiting inside the penalty area for a cross from the corner, but Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) takes it short.

4. 90+5'

   The ball is out of play. Canada will have a chance to score from a corner.

5. 90+2' 6 - 0

   Goal! Nathan Saliba passes the ball to the feet of Jonathan David (Canada), who has an empty net in front of him and has no problems in tapping the ball in. 6:0.

6. 90'

   The fourth official shows 9 min. of added time.

7. 90'

   Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) goes over to take the corner kick and it looks like he will swing the ball into the penalty box.

8. 87'

   Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) sends in the corner, but fails to find the head of any of his teammates, allowing the defence to clear.

9. 87'

   Julen Lopetegui has decided to introduce fresh legs, with Lucas Mendes (Qatar) replacing Ahmed Fathi.

10. 86'

    Jonathan David (Canada) decides to strike the ball towards goal, but his effort fails to threaten the goalkeeper after being blocked by one of the defenders.

11. 86'

    The number of shots on goal at present is 9:0.

12. 85'

    Jonathan David (Canada) gets on the end of a pass and takes a shot from the edge of the box, but it's blocked by one of the defending players.

13. 83'

    That's the end of the game for Tajon Buchanan, who is replaced by Niko Sigur (Canada).

14. 82'

    The ball falls kindly for Jacob Shaffelburg (Canada) inside the box, but it's a poor effort and flies high over the bar. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Qatar.

15. 80'

    The ball rebounds to Jacob Shaffelburg (Canada) and he shoots from distance, but the keeper calmly watches it drift well wide of the right post.

16. 80'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) will deliver the ball into the penalty box from a corner kick.

17. 79'

    A dangerous looking corner kick from Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) is cleared to safety by the defence.

18. 79'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) works the corner short instead of sending the ball into the penalty area.

19. 78'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) whips in a cross from the corner, but Mahmoud Abunada is well positioned and punches the ball away.

20. 78'

    Richie Laryea (Canada) gets on the end of a pass on the edge of the box but his shot is blocked. The ball goes out of play. Canada are awarded a corner kick.

21. 75'

    Here is an example of luck not being on your side. A slightly disorientated Mohammad Al Mannai (Qatar) puts the ball into his own net.

22. 73'

    The resulting corner from Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) only finds one of the defenders, who heads it out of danger.

23. 71'

    Jesse Marsch has decided to make a change. Tanitoluwa Oluwaseyi (Canada) replaces Ali Ahmed.

24. 71'

    The referee signals a substitution. Jacob Shaffelburg (Canada) is brought on as a substitute for Luc De Fougerolles.

25. 71'

    The attendance is 52497.

26. 69'

    A cooling break is underway.

27. 67'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) takes a short corner kick.

28. 66'

    The game is interrupted now, Mahmoud Abunada (Qatar) picks up a knock and the physio has to come on.

29. 64' 4 - 0

    Nathan Saliba (Canada) changes the score with a perfect free kick from just outside the box. The shot went in off the right post, giving the goalkeeper no chance.

30. 62'

    Ahmed Fathi (Qatar) has tested the patience of referee Cristian Garay and goes into the book for a previous late challenge.

31. 62'

    This corner kick is taken with a short pass by Tajon Buchanan (Canada).

32. 61'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) launches a powerful cross from the corner into the box, but the ball is intercepted by the defender.

33. 59'

    Substitution. Akram Afif is replaced by Al Hashmi Al Hussain (Qatar).

34. 57'

    Jesse Marsch is forced to make a change. Ismael Kone is unable to continue due to injury, Nathan Saliba (Canada) comes on.

35. 53'

    The ref signals that VAR has overturned that yellow card and upgraded it to a straight red for Assim Omer Madibo (Qatar). He’s got to go!

36. 53'

    It's been a while since that contentious challenge by Assim Omer Madibo (Qatar), but referee Cristian Garay must have received some information as he makes the VAR signal. He's going to review and it could result in a red card!

37. 52'

    The game is interrupted. Ismael Kone (Canada) suffers a horrific injury!

38. 51'

    Tempers flare after Assim Omer Madibo (Qatar) commits a foul. He receives a yellow card for his bad challenge and surely must be relieved at not receiving a red card.

39. 50'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) takes the corner.

40. 50' VAR

    Here comes the ref’s decision after the VAR review. It’s not penalty to Canada as the referee indicates there was no infringement!

41. 50' VAR

    There's a break in play and referee Cristian Garay must have got a signal in his ear as he indicates he will check that earlier penalty claim by Canada using VAR. This could be interesting!

42. 50'

    Cyle Larin (Canada) gets to the rebound and shoots, but the effort is blocked.

43. 48'

    Ismael Kone (Canada) receives a sweet pass inside the box, but his effort on goal is blocked by the defender.

44. 46'

    Substitution. Derek Cornelius did his best and is replaced by Moise Bombito (Canada).

45. 46'

    Julen Lopetegui prepares a substitution. Jassem Gaber is replaced by Mohammad Al Mannai (Qatar).

46. 46'

    The referee signals that it is time for a substitution and Ahmed Fathi will replace Edmilson Junior (Qatar).

47. 46'

    The whistle blows and Cristian Garay starts the second half.

48. 45+7'

    The match has reached half-time.

49. 45+5'

    The goalkeeper pulls off a great save to deny Alistair Johnston (Canada), whose effort would probably have ended inside the left post.

50. 45+3' 3 - 0

    Goal! Jonathan David (Canada) slots the ball into an unguarded net from close range after a shot rebounds off a defender. 3:0.

51. 45+3'

    What a save from Mahmoud Abunada! Cyle Larin (Canada) jumps high to meet a cross and glances a promising header from close range towards the top left corner, but the goalkeeper pulls off a brilliant save to keep it out.

52. 45+2'

    Tajon Buchanan (Canada) sends a pass into the box, but the opposition's defence is alert to the danger and makes a clearance.

53. 45'

    6 additional min. will be played.

54. 44'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) steps up to send the ball in.

55. 43'

    Alistair Johnston (Canada) sees an unmarked teammate and attempts to send him a low pass. However, one of the defenders reads the game perfectly and averts the danger. Canada have been awarded a corner kick.

56. 41'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) looks like he will be the one to try and deliver a quality ball into the penalty box from the corner kick.

57. 40'

    It's time for a substitution. Sultan Al Brake (Qatar) comes on in place of Yusuf Abdurisag.

58. 40'

    Jonathan David (Canada) takes a shot from the edge of the box, but it's not a big threat for the goalkeeper as his effort is blocked by a defender. The referee and one of his assistants signal for a corner kick to Canada.

59. 38'

    Tajon Buchanan (Canada) finds himself free inside the box and pulls the trigger, but his effort is brilliantly stopped by one of the defending players.

60. 34'

    Canada are awarded a free kick from a dangerous position.

61. 33'

    The ref makes the signal that the yellow is cancelled but immediately brandishes a straight red to Homam Al Amin (Qatar). He’s distraught but has to leave the field of play.

62. 33' VAR

    The Canada players’ joy was short-lived as the original decision is reversed after a VAR review by referee Cristian Garay. NO PENALTY!

63. 33' VAR

    Hang on! It might not be a penalty for Canada as the ref now wants to review using VAR. This hopefully won't take too long.

64. 32'

    Homam Al Amin (Qatar) makes a rough challenge and Cristian Garay blows his whistle for a foul. It's a penalty! What an opportunity to score for Canada.

65. 29' 2 - 0

    Goal! Jonathan David (Canada) picks up the ball from a rebound and from the edge of the box he unleashes a shot inside the right post. It's 2:0.

66. 29'

    Tajon Buchanan (Canada) pulls the trigger and strikes the ball towards goal from long-range, but his effort is blocked by one of the defenders.

67. 28'

    Jassem Gaber (Qatar) brings his opponent down. Cristian Garay has a clear sight of it and blows his whistle for a foul. It's a free kick to Canada in a dangerous position.

68. 25'

    The referee blows for a cooling break.

69. 22'

    Boualem Khoukhi (Qatar) is clearly asking for some medical attention with his painful gestures. The extent of his injury is yet to be discovered.

70. 22'

    Derek Cornelius (Canada) finds himself some space to meet a beautiful cross from the free kick, and from near the penalty spot he attempts to score with a header. His effort lacks accuracy and floats high over the bar. The ball goes out of play and Qatar will have a goal kick.

71. 19'

    Stephen Eustaquio (Canada) quickly takes the corner kick with a short pass.

72. 16' 1 - 0

    Goal! Cyle Larin (Canada) was in the right place at the right time to pounce on the rebound inside the box and gleefully rifles the ball home. It's 1:0.

73. 16'

    Jonathan David (Canada) receives a quality pass inside the box and fires a first-time shot. His effort towards the middle of the goal is saved by the goalkeeper.

74. 16'

    The corner from Ali Ahmed (Canada) is cleared away by the defence.

75. 15'

    Ali Ahmed (Canada) takes the free kick but it is cleared by the first defender.

76. 14'

    Cristian Garay interrupts the game for a tactical foul by Homam Al Amin (Qatar). Canada are awarded the free kick.

77. 10'

    A good clearance by a defender means the corner comes to nothing for Qatar.

78. 10'

    A poor mid-range free-kick by Boualem Khoukhi (Qatar) is easily blocked by the defensive wall. The ball is out of play and the linesman points at the corner flag. Corner to Qatar.

79. 9'

    Derek Cornelius (Canada) is cautioned by the referee for a foul that he committed a little earlier.

80. 7'

    Jonathan David (Canada) creates some space to meet a good cross and shoots the ball at goal, but his attempt is perfectly claimed by the goalkeeper.

81. 7'

    Ali Ahmed (Canada) takes the corner but fails to find any of his teammates. The ball is easily cleared out of danger.

82. 6'

    Alistair Johnston (Canada) tries to slide the ball through to a teammate but it's well blocked by a defender. Canada force their opponents to concede a corner.

83. 4'

    Richie Laryea (Canada) goes down in the box after a challenge from the defender. Possibly unsighted, the referee just waves play on.

84. 3'

    Tajon Buchanan (Canada) clips an inviting cross into the box, but there's no one in a position to get on the end of it.

85. 1'

    Edmilson Junior (Qatar) receives a cross in the box and attempts to shoot, but mishits the ball and misses the goal.

86. 1'

    The match has just started.