“As bad as the United Arab Emirates”: the criticism of Australian journalists to their selection

In a game with more scoring chances in the second half, Australia beat the United Arab Emirates 2-1, in the match that defined who qualified to face the peruvian national team for a place in World Cup Qatar 2022 to be played in November.

Due to the discreet level of both teams, there was criticism from Australian journalists of their selection. During the first half, ESPN Australia journalist Joey Lynch used his Twitter account to write: “The fact that the UAE are just as bad as Australia, during extended periods of possession does little to make this game a spectacle.”.

Michelle Escobar, an Australian reporter, wrote: “Both teams are very cautious and it’s turning into a terrible game. One of the worst performances of the Socceroos. So painful to watch”.

Michael Lynch, an English journalist who works for the Australian newspaper ‘The Age+’, was somewhat more positive, but making it clear that there are things that can be criticized: “Work done. It wasn’t a particularly inspiring game, but Hrustic’s strike made the difference. At this stage of the process what counts are the results. Yes, you can criticize performance if you want, but the end justifies the means given the stakes. Cynical? Perhaps”.

Days before, Michael Lynch had written an extensive note where he spoke of the decline of the Australian team compared to the game offered by the Socceroos that led them to qualify for Germany 2006 and South Africa 2010.

At what time does Peru play the World Cup playoff?

Ricardo Gareca’s team will play the ticket to Qatar 2022 this Monday, June 13 at 1:00 pm against Australia. If you are in another country, these are the times in the world so you can follow the game live and direct.

Where does Peru play the World Cup playoff?

The team will play the playoff match at the Ahmad bin Ali stadium in Doha, Qatar. The venue has a capacity for 50,000 people and was remodeled in 2019. During the World Cup, it will host group B, E and F matches, as well as a round of 16 match.