Switzerland coach Murat Yakin pointed to his team's wastefulness after a 1-1 draw with Qatar, despite his side generating 26 shots and an expected goals figure of 3.24.

South America still waiting for a win

No South American nation has claimed a victory so far. Brazil — five-time world champions — were held by Morocco, while Uruguay drew with Saudi Arabia. Paraguay suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to tournament co-hosts United States. Argentina and Colombia had yet to play their opening games.

Former Uruguay international Gus Poyet, speaking on BBC One, expressed his frustration with Brazil's display.