Qatar 2022 Archives

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Qatar 2022 innovation could be future of public security at major events: FIFA

Security was a central element in the decade-long preparation for the World Cup, which saw Qatar partner with defence entities from the region and beyond. The future of public security…

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Morocco’s market value catapults by 77% after historic World Cup run

With an increase in team market value by 77.2%, Morocco’s Ounahi, Amrabat, and Cheddira have even garnered more media attention than names like Kylian Mbappe, Julian Alvarez, or Enzo Fernandez.…

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‘Problem with impartiality’: UK culture secretary criticises BBC after World Cup stunt

The BBC’s impartiality has been questioned over its choice of platforming controversial pundits. A top UK minister has become the latest critic of the BBC, taking aim at the corporation…

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How Qatar’s SC ‘protected thousands of World Cup workers’ throughout the tournament

Qatar’s World Cup organising committee worked to ensure staff are protected on and off the pitch. Some 200,000 staff working on the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar were protected…

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World Cup 2022: A breakdown of Arab team performances

Ever since Egypt appeared at the 1934 World Cup, the Arab World has longed for a strong performance on an international stage. Qatar’s World Cup was a forthright indicator of…

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Qatar ranks first worldwide in mobile internet speed

In the global ranking index, Qatar has improved its performance by two points. Mobile internet speed in Qatar was the fastest in the world during the World Cup in November…

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Dua Lipa’s father tried to secure World Cup performance despite previous denial: leaks

Leaked emails show how Dua Lipa’s father communicated with the Qataris for two years in an effort to fix her a spot on the World Cup performers list. Dua Lipa’s…

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USMNT launches probe after manager faces ‘blackmail’ during World Cup for domestic violence incident

Gregg Berhalter became the USMNT’s head coach in 2018, and his contract expired following the tournament. The US’s national men’s team (USMNT) said it is investigating a domestic violence incident…

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From dictatorship to sports: Ezequiel Fernández Moores reminisces on World Cup coverage since 1978

For Ezequiel Fernández Moores, the coverage of the World Cup was his gateway to sports journalism, as options were limited due to the ferocious dictatorship in his country. “My best…

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