FIFA World Cup: Morgan Freeman, Jung Kook headline day one before Ecuador defeats hosts Qatar

[caption id=“attachment_11663551” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] US actor Morgan Freeman (left) talked with FIFA World Cup Ambassador Ghanim Al Muftah, at the start of the opening ceremony. The two had a meaningful conversation on peace and inclusivity. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663561” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] The mascot of the Qatar World Cup La’eeb was displayed during the opening ceremony. La’eeb in Arabic means super-skilled player. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663581” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] The view of the fireworks at the Al Bayt Stadium during the opening ceremony was exquisite. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663631” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] South Korean singer Jung Kook also performed at the opening ceremony as the fans were taken into a frenzy with his song ‘Dreamers’. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663571” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] Artists displayed some amazing performances at the opening ceremony. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663541” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] Tribute was paid to prior FIFA World Cup anthems including Waka Waka and Wavin Flag. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663601” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] After the opening ceremony, Ecuador cruised over Qatar in the opening match at the Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663591” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] Qatar fans were in large numbers, but people started to leave before the final whistle. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663611” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] Ecuador fans were ecstatic and celebrated their side’s 2-0 win over Qatar at the end of a World Cup group A soccer match. AP[/caption] [caption id=“attachment_11663621” align=“alignnone” width=“640”] Ecuador’s Moises Caicedo threw his shirt to the fans after winning the World Cup group A match against Qatar. AP[/caption] Read all the Latest News , Trending News , Cricket News , Bollywood News , India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .