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Five facts you should know about Qatar’s ‘desert gem’ Lusail Stadium

Ready for the grand opening of the last World Cup stadium? Next month will mark the spectacular opening of Qatar’s last and biggest World Cup venue, the Lusail Stadium, which…

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US armed forces to support Qatar defence during World Cup

The Gulf state has partnered with other countries in an effort to secure the sporting event. Qatar and the US’ defence ministries are set to cooperate on technical arrangements during…

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Fake news: Qatar dismisses ‘factually incorrect’ rules for incoming visitors at World Cup

Qatari authorities on Thursday dismissed as “factually incorrect” a viral social media post that appeared to outline rules for visitors flocking to the Gulf state for this year’s FIFA World…

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Argentina’s Messi confirms Qatar 2022 will be his last World Cup

Qatar 2022 is hit last ditch attempt to finally secure a World Cup for his home country. Argentine footballer Leo Messi has confirmed this year’s FIFA World Cup in Qatar…

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Qatar World Cup will produce better football due to mid season break: Beckham

Qatar’s upcoming winter FIFA World Cup will deliver a higher level of football compared with previous World Cups, according to former England captain and Qatar 2022 ambassador, David Beckham. Beckham,…

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Events & Ticketing

Concerts and exhibitions: Events you need to attend in Qatar this week

From beach festivals with live music to art exhibitions, here is everything happening in Doha this week. Darb Al Saai Date: 25 November – 18 December Location: Umm Salal Mohamad Teeb…

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Reports on Qatar’s mandatory service at World Cup ‘misleading’: sources

As Qatar gears up to host Middle East’s first World Cup this November, it has partnered with various countries to help maintain the security of the event. Qatar’s national service…

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Fans flock to welcome Qatar’s national team home at first public training session

Thousands of fans welcomed Qatar’s Al-Annabi home at the team’s open training session in Doha on Sunday. Held at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium, the Qatar national team returned to its…

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World Cup host Qatar to hold AFC U23 Asian Cup 2024 on home grounds

Qatar will heighten its sports resume as it has been selected to become the host for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2024, the Asian Football Confederation Competitions Committee announced on…

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