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World Cup 2022: Qatar's frantic countdown to a football tournament full of controversy

When Denmark play at the men’s Fifa World Cup in Qatar this winter, their shirts will mask the name and logo of their sponsor, the sportswear brand Hummel. One of the strips is all black, which Hummel described as the “colour of mourning”.

The Conversation

High-octane commentator shakes up Qatar football scene

Doha (AFP) - When a goal is scored in the Qatar Stars League, Khalil al-Balushi makes sure viewers feel the full force of the moment as he dials up the decibels to make their TV sets tremble.

AFP

What time are World Cup matches in the UK, US and Qatar and what is the time difference?

The tournament is the first edition of the men’s Fifa World Cup to be held outside of May, June, or July

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France to contribute officers to World Cup security in Qatar amid boycott calls

France’s decision to send officers to Qatar to help with security for the looming football World Cup has raised eyebrows amid mounting calls to boycott the event over human rights abuses. The deployment of an international force – with security from the US, the UK, Turkey and beyond – also…

France 24

Cricket-Nepal's Lamichhane detained on return home from Qatar

Nepal's most high-profile cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane was taken into custody on his return to Kathmandu from Doha, local police said on Thursday, following an arrest warrant against him in an alleged rape case.

Reuters

After reforming World Cup host Qatar, union targets other Gulf states

Doha (AFP) - The head of the international union that forced Qatar into groundbreaking labour reforms ahead of the upcoming football World Cup vowed Wednesday that other Gulf states will become the next target.

AFP

David Beckham accused of ‘stamping out hope’ for Qatar’s LGBT+ community

Exclusive: The accusation comes from Dr Nas Mohamed, the first Qatari to come out publicly

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WC host Qatar sees 'incredible progress' in labour rights: union head

Doha (AFP) - The International Trade Union Confederation chief said Wednesday that Qatar has made a dramatic turnaround in its treatment of foreign workers to become a country fit to host World Cup 2022.

AFP

French cities ditch World Cup festivities to protest Qatar’s record on human rights, environment

With a little over a month left until the 2022 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Qatar, a string of French cities – including Paris, Lille, Bordeaux, Strasbourg and Marseille – have announced they are boycotting the tournament and will not set up the customary fan zones with giant TV…

France 24

Qatar reopens Museum of Islamic Art ahead of World Cup

Doha (AFP) - Qatar unveiled Tuesday its landmark Museum of Islamic Art after an 18-month renovation ahead of the World Cup in a bid to be a "showcase" for the Arab world.

AFP

Soccer-Informal workers at risk of exploitation in Qatar during World Cup - U.S. official

Workers in Qatar's informal economy are especially at risk of exploitation during this year's soccer World Cup and Doha must strive to prosecute human traffickers and identify their victims, U.S. Under Secretary of State Uzra Zeya told Reuters.

Reuters

Qatar enjoy rare respite from high pressure World Cup isolation camp

Doha (AFP) - Qatar's World Cup squad trained on home territory for the first time in four months Sunday as they seek to overcome some nervy displays in preparatory matches.

AFP

Qatar races to ready luxury and budget rooms for World Cup

Doha (AFP) - Fifty days before the World Cup kicks off in Qatar, workers are pouring concrete and hammering through the night to ready luxury hotels and bargain apartments for a million or more football fans.

AFP

Maradona 'Hand of God' shirt to go on display during World Cup

Doha (AFP) - The shirt that Diego Maradona wore when he scored his infamous 'Hand of God' goal against England in 1986 will go on display in Qatar during the World Cup just five months after it set a record price at auction, a top official said Saturday.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Shirt Headlines Qatar Exhibit During World Cup

The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his famous "Hand of God" goal will be on display as part of an exhibit that will open ahead of this year's World Cup, the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum said on Saturday. The blue jersey, which sold at auction…

AFP

Qatar says World Cup fans do not need Covid vaccination

Doha (AFP) - Coronavirus vaccinations will not be mandatory for the million-plus fans going to the World Cup in Qatar this year, the Gulf state said Thursday.

Daily Mirror

England WAGs and families told cost of Qatar World Cup trip in special FA briefing

The winter tournament in Qatar just before Christmas might be out of the price range of many supporters and even wives, girlfriends and families of players could face significant outlays to attend

Evening Standard

England World Cup XI: Debating Gareth Southgate’s best starting lineup for Iran opener in Qatar

Next stop, Qatar. England’s pre-World Cup fixture list is now complete with less than two months to go before their Group B opener with Iran in Doha.

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Daily Mirror

World Cup 2022: Dates, fixtures, why is it in winter and what are alcohol rules in Qatar?

The 2022 World Cup is quickly approaching and this year it's set to look very different as the tournament takes place in winter for the first time ever. Here's everything you need to know

Reuters

Sheikh Qaradawi, Islamist champion of Arab revolts, dies at 96

Sheikh Youssef al-Qaradawi, a spiritual guide to the Muslim Brotherhood who championed the 2011 Arab Spring uprisings and unsettled rulers in Egypt and the Gulf with his Islamist preaching, died on Monday. He was 96.

The Independent UK

One-bedroom Airbnbs in Doha soar to £5,600 a night during Qatar World Cup

Fans will flock to Doha to watch England’s first game – against Iran – in November

Asharq Al-Awsat

TotalEnergies to Invest $1.5 bln in Qatar

France’s TotalEnergies has signed a $1.5 billion investment agreement in expanding Qatar’s natural gas production as Europe rushes to find new energy sources to replace Russian supplies. TotalEnergies Chief Executive Patrick Pouyanne, who traveled to Doha for the agreement signing, said the deal came at a "perfect time" to help…

AFP

France's TotalEnergies injects further $1.5 bn into Qatar gas

Doha (AFP) - France's TotalEnergies on Saturday signed a new $1.5 billion deal to help expand Qatar's natural gas production as Europe scrambles to find new energy sources to replace Russian supplies.

Daily Mirror

Football fans forking out £184 to sleep under stars at Qatar World Cup 'village'

A basic tent houses two people in single beds and the only other furniture is a bedside table. The village of 1,800 tents - each with two single beds - is on a beach close to Qatar’s capital Doha

AFP

Ahead of World Cup, influencer 'Mr Q' lifts veil on Qatar

Doha (AFP) - At a time when prickly questions are being asked about Qatar and its hosting of the World Cup, Khalifa Al Haroon offers a smile, a sigh and a shrug as he seeks to explain its mysteries.

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