Qatar's chances of advancing out of group E rose greatly thanks to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Indonesia. The win keeps the hosts of the 2022 World Cup unbeaten with five points from three games.
It was not easy for Qatar, who took the lead twice in the first half only to be pegged back both times. First Abdulaziz Al Sulaiti gave the visitors the lead in the 14th minute to quiet the massive Indonesian crowd.
Cristian Gonzáles, a Uruguayan who gained an Indonesian passport in late 2010, equalized just over 10 minutes later to put the hosts back on terms. Khalfan Ibrahim restored Qatar's lead in the 31st minute, only for Gonzáles to level the score in the 35th again.
The scoring settled down once halftime came, but both sides were actively looking for the third goal. Mohammed Razak became the hero just under the hour mark, slotting home from midfield. Qatar was able to cling to the advantage and see out the game, giving them a critical three points.
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