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Qatar slams ‘trivialising’ of progress as Denmark unveils ‘toned down’ World Cup protest kits

The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy has responded to the “protest kits” Denmark’s national team kit supplier has announced “toned down” jerseys at the World Cup to protest Qatar’s…

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‘Sack Southgate’: Embattled England manager faces rocky road to World Cup

Less than three months before the Qatar World Cup, England fans have not held back in their criticism of Gareth Southgate after being relegated from the top tier of the…

2 min

The Business Year launches World Cup special publication at Qatar Investment Summit

The Qatar Investment Summit 2022, an invitation-only event, sought to foster dialogue at a crucial juncture in Qatar’s economic development. The Business Year( TBY) launched its latest publication, The Business…

2 min

Qatar to host ‘Fan Cup’ during FIFA World Cup

Football fanatics who have what it takes can now showcase their skills in Qatar’s fan football tournament. Authorities in Qatar have announced plans to hold a five-a-side tournament for fans…

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Qatar’s Al Bidda Park to host FIFA’s first ever ‘reimagined’ fan festival

Fans from around the world are able to watch, experience and interact with content from the FIFA Fan Festival through the FIFA+ digital platform. FIFA’s first ever reimagined festival is…

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Iran fans rest easy as Carlos Queiroz takes up head coach role ahead of Qatar World Cup

With less than 3 months left to Qatar’s World Cup, Carlos Queiroz will return to Iran for a second time to lead the Lions of Persia. Queiroz’s appointment was arranged…

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‘Historic’: Women referees to make first men’s World Cup debut in Qatar

The Qatar World Cup will kick off on November 20. Japan’s Yoshimi Yamashita, France’s Stephanie Frappart, and Rwanda’s Salima Mukansanga are set to make history, becoming the first women to…

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Qatar to allow alcohol ‘within stadium perimeter’ prior to kick off at World Cup games

World Cup ticket holders will have access to alcohol as beer will be sold strictly at FIFA Fan Festivals before kick-off and after the final whistle, FIFA said in a…

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Colombian superstar James Rodriguez desperate to leave Qatar for Spain’s Valencia

Columbian footballer James Rodriguez voiced his desire to leave Qatar’s Al-Rayyan for Valencia, stating if the opportunity calls, he would be there for the Spanish team. “If Valencia calls me,…

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