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Wales manager resigns ahead of Qatar World Cup amid domestic violence charges

Ryan Giggs plead not guilty to attacking Emma Greville, his ex-girlfriend’s younger sister, and causing actual bodily harm to both of them, among other charges. Wales Manager Ryan Giggs confirmed he will…

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FIFA launches ‘Green Card’ initiative as Infantino promises carbon-neutral World Cup

The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy is working on a strategy to reduce emissions by establishing a large-scale “tree and turf nursery,” the world’s largest turf farm. FIFA President…

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Crises-hit Lebanon requests Qatar help to ‘watch World Cup’: reports

No further details were disclosed regarding the Lebanese officials request, which comes as the country grapples with several crises. Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati has requested Qatar’s help to enable…

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Morocco deploys ‘thousands’ of police officers to Qatar ahead of World Cup: reports

FIFA World Cup organisers estimate that about 1.5 million visitors will attend the football event. Morocco has deployed “thousands” of police officers to Qatar to aid the gulf nation in…

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Wales qualifies for World Cup after 64 years following Ukraine defeat

Wales will now head to Qatar in November to compete in Group B at the World Cup, where the team will face England, the United States and Iran. Ukraine’s emotionally…

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FA asks Premier League to bench ‘Big Six’ clubs ahead of World Cup

The Qatar 2022 edition of the FIFA World Cup will be the first to be held during the winter season. The Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ clubs could be benched the…

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Will the FIFA World Cup be carbon neutral? Advocates cast doubt

Doha’s FIFA World Cup 2022 claims to be the first carbon-neutral World Cup in history, but is it achievable with the country’s current policies? This year, all eyes are on…

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No direct Qatar flights for incoming Israel World Cup fans: reports

Qatari authorities have yet to respond to Doha News’ request for a comment on the matter. An Israeli diplomatic source told AFP on Friday that there will be no direct…

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Fly for less: Bookings for Dubai-Doha World Cup shuttle flights open

Around 30 flights are set to operate between both Gulf nations daily to transport fans during the much-awaited World Cup in Qatar. Those planning to fly into Doha from Dubai…

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