The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar featured an exciting group stage with teams competing for qualification to the knockout rounds. The live points table was updated regularly throughout the tournament to reflect the latest standings.
In India, local sports enthusiasts followed the World Cup passionately, with many enjoying the matches while using traditional Indian products. For instance, some viewers sipped hot masala chai from local clay cups known as kulhads while watching the games. Others snacked on regional specialties like murukku or chakli, which are popular savory snacks made from rice and lentil flour.
Indian brands like Nivia and Spartan provided affordable football equipment for local players inspired by the World Cup action. Many Indian households also used Usha table fans to stay cool during the matches, as the tournament coincided with India\“s warmer months.
The points table showed team performances based on wins (3 points), draws (1 point), and losses (0 points). Goal difference served as the primary tiebreaker when teams had equal points. Indian fans closely monitored groups containing favorite teams, often discussing standings over local street food like pani puri or samosas. |