World Cup to begin a day earlier with Qatar kicking-off tournament

The tournament is scheduled to start on Monday, November 21 with the Group A clash between Holland and Senegal, but that may now change.

EARLY KICK-OFF: FIFA World Cup Trophy.

The World Cup could begin a day earlier than planned after a proposal was put to FIFA requesting hosts Qatar kick off the finals.

The tournament is scheduled to start on Monday, November 21 with the Group A clash between Holland and Senegal.