Qatar vs El Salvador LIVE: Second half is underway! (0-0) International friendly ahead of 2026 World Cup

Styven Vasquez receives a yellow card after a strong challenge on El Amin.

Qatar make two substitutions to start the second half. Karim Boudiaf and Assim Madibo have replaced Ayoub Al Oui and Ahmed Fathy as they look to refresh the midfield and maintain possession.

The referee blows the whistle and the second half is underway at BMO Stadium. Both Qatar and El Salvador restart the match looking to break the deadlock after a tightly contested first half.

The referee brings the first half to an end with the score level at 0-0. Qatar controlled long spells of possession, while El Salvador grew into the match with a stronger finish before the break.

The fourth official signals three minutes of added time at the end of the first half. Both teams look to make a final push before heading into the break.

Mauricio Cerritos attempts a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but his effort goes just wide of the crossbar. El Salvador continue to threaten as they push forward with growing confidence.

Julio Sibrian attempts a right-footed shot from outside the box, but his effort goes wide to the left. El Salvador continue to grow into the match and look more dangerous in attacking positions.

El Salvador step up their pressure and push their lines higher, increasing their intensity in the final third. The Salvadoran side begin to consistently reach the attacking area, shifting the dynamic of the match in the closing stages of the first half, with roles now appearing reversed.

Ahmed Fathy receives a yellow card after a hard challenge on Marcelo Diaz. The referee has no hesitation in showing the booking as El Salvador look to slow down Qatar’s attacking rhythm.

Ahmed Fathy tries a left-footed shot from outside the box following a set piece, but his effort goes off target. Qatar continue to build pressure from distance as El Salvador stay compact defensively.

Styven Vasquez attempts a right-footed shot from the right side of the box, but the effort is comfortably saved. El Salvador threaten in transition, creating one of their clearest moments so far.

The match restarts after the cooling break with Qatar still on the ball and looking to maintain their attacking pressure. El Salvador return to their disciplined defensive shape, trying to stay compact and limit space.

The referee calls for a cooling break as both teams pause in a tightly contested match.

Edmilson Junior attempts a right-footed shot from outside the box, but his effort goes off target. Qatar continue to push forward, looking for space against a disciplined El Salvador defense.

The match continues in the same rhythm, with Qatar controlling possession and dictating the tempo. El Salvador remain disciplined and well organized in a compact defensive block, doing everything possible to contain the pressure. However, it feels like only a matter of time before Qatar find a clearer opening in the final third.

Qatar come close to opening the scoring as Issa Laye rises inside the box and sends a header just over the crossbar. Akram Afif delivers the assist, creating the best chance of the match so far.

The match has become increasingly scrappy with a series of minor fouls disrupting the rhythm. El Salvador are making life difficult for Qatar, pressing high and preventing them from building attacks with any fluency.

Qatar have enjoyed most of the possession in the opening stages, but they have been unable to break through El Salvador's organized defensive block. Neither side have created a clear scoring opportunity as the match remains level.

The referee blows the whistle and the international friendly between Qatar and El Salvador is officially underway at BMO Stadium.

BMO Stadium, located in the Exposition Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, hosts today's international friendly between Qatar and El Salvador. The soccer-specific venue is home to MLS's Los Angeles FC and the National Women's Soccer League's Angel City FC.

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El Salvador will start with: Mario Gonzalez; Diego Flores, Jorge Cruz, Julian Sibrian, Rudy Clavel, Jefferson Valladares; Mauricio Cerritos, Christian Martinez, Marcelo Diaz; Nathan Ordez, Styven Vasquez.

Qatar will start with: Mahmud Abunada; Ayoub Al Oui, Pedro Miguel, Boualem Khoukhi, Homam Ahmed; Jassem Gaber, Ahmed Fathy, Issa Laye; Edmilson Junior, Yusuf Abdurisag, Akram Afif.

Qatar vs El Salvador will get underway at 4:00 PM ET (PT: 1:00 PM)

Welcome to our live blog of today's international friendly!

Qatar face El Salvador at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles in their final match before the 2026 World Cup.

Stay with us for key moments, important updates and minute-by-minute coverage as Qatar and El Salvador battle it out today.