Ronaldo takes field in Qatar for first World Cup training session Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival in Doha marks the Portuguese captain’s fifth — and possibly final — World Cup appearance. Al Jazeera · Nov 20, 2022
Qatar’s World Cup Stadium Beer Ban Is About So Much More Power. Hypocrisy. Control. You name it. The late World Cup U-turn sends a message on the eve of the competition, and FIFA is content to do the host nation’s bidding. Sports Illustrated · Nov 19, 2022
'The gloom of recession means we need a World Cup win more than ever' A win for the England team at the World Cup in Doha would bring some cheer to the nation following an Autumn Statement of soaring prices, high taxes and stagnating wages Daily Mirror · Nov 19, 2022
Irish pub in Doha fears it could run out of beer despite charging €15 for Guinness and lager at World Cup Cork woman Ronnie Griffin, 57, is the only female pub boss in all of Qatar and told the Irish Mirror from The Irish Pub: 'I hope we have enough booze' Irish Mirror · Nov 19, 2022
Irishman wrongly arrested in Middle East issues DOs and DON’Ts guide for fans at World Cup Conor Hayes currently lives in Qatar and is perfectly placed to keep fans safe with his dossier on Doha Irish Mirror · Nov 19, 2022
Palestinian leader quietly in Qatar for World Cup opening Qatar’s news agency reports that Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has arrived in Doha to attend the World Cup opening ceremony The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2022
Which stadiums are being used for the 2022 Qatar World Cup and where are the Socceroos playing? From a flat pack stadium made out of shipping containers to one that sparked an online conspiracy, the stadiums of Qatar will take centre stage at the 2022 World Cup. ABC News · Nov 19, 2022
FIFA World Cup: After unwanted noise, time to hear the roar It could be a World Cup of surprises, as the gap between countries has narrowed The Times of India · Nov 19, 2022
World Cup fans locked outside fan park with no water in scorching Qatar heat Fan parks in Qatar are some of the few places where supporters attending the controversial World Cup can buy cans of Budweiser due to the country's strict alcohol laws Daily Mirror · Nov 19, 2022
One of Qatar's biggest buildings has been lit up with a giant Welsh flag and it looks incredible Wales at the World Cup has never looked so good Wales Online · Nov 19, 2022
Falcon tradition inspires passion in World Cup host Qatar Qatar has become synonymous with soccer since winning the right to host the World Cup that opens on Sunday The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2022
FIFA World Cup: Infantino comes out with guns blazing, and some ammo from India DOHA: Is football – fandom, emotion, hope, disappointment, glory, and identity – the preserve of a select few, and only they get to decide who can partake in this global communion because they run the show, decide the TV times? The Times of India · Nov 19, 2022
The unfinished parts of Qatar that World Cup 2022 organisers don't want you to see Despite the nation's fathomless riches, there are parts of Doha that simply aren't finished for the 2022 World Cup Wales Online · Nov 19, 2022
Qatar’s resplendent welcome fails to hide what this World Cup represents Despite the shiny veneer on the ground in Doha, exploitation lies just beneath the surface The Guardian - AU · Nov 19, 2022
The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2022 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
Al Jazeera · Nov 19, 2022 What the World Cup means to foreign residents of Qatar From feeling proud to complaining about construction, foreign residents describe what they think about the event.
The Japan News/Yomiuri · Nov 19, 2022 Football fever in Qatar DOHA -- Throngs of football supporters from Qatar and overseas filled Doha's largest market on Friday ahead of the start of the 2022 World Cup, which kicks off Sunday.
Los Angeles Times · Nov 19, 2022 Qatar World Cup: Start times for every match and how to watch DOHA, Qatar — For the first time, the FIFA World Cup is heading to the Middle East for a fall tournament highlighting soccer's best.
Reuters · Nov 19, 2022 Gay people living under radar in Qatar prepare warily for World Cup A group of Arab friends living in Qatar's capital Doha met up over cocktails and snacks last week, exchanging opinions as they flicked through profiles of gay men on dating apps Tinder and Grindr.
Bangkok Post · Nov 19, 2022 Fifa chief accuses World Cup critics of 'hypocrisy' DOHA: Fifa president Gianni Infantino hit back at criticism of Qatar's human rights record on Saturday, blasting the "hypocrisy" of Western critics on the eve of the World Cup kick-off.
ABC News · Nov 19, 2022 World Cup fans are flocking to Qatar’s boozy underground in search of a drink in a dry country The subject of alcohol has been one of many hot topics in the lead up to the Qatar World Cup, but for those in this dry country who know where to look, a surprisingly thriving scene can be found.
The Times of India · Nov 19, 2022 FIFA World Cup 2022: Will France buck the opening-round jinx? DOHA: For those who came in late, the French team of today resembles the Germany of the ’90s. Mostly indestructible, fearsome depth, near-complete domination, zero nerves. Gary Lineker’s famous quip about football being a simple game, 22 men chasing a ball for 90 minutes and in the end, the Germans…
Al Jazeera · Nov 18, 2022 World Cup fans ready to party despite beer ban in Qatar stadiums Sudden ruling by the government to halt all beer sales at stadiums welcomed by some fans as others criticise the timing.
The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022 World Cup fans ready to celebrate despite stadium beer ban Fans are pouring into Qatar to watch and be part of the first World Cup in the Middle East
Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022 Christian Pulisic and USA stars fuelled up for World Cup - by eating burgers Chelsea star and USMNT hero Christian Pulisic has been filmed tucking into burgers ahead of the World Cup in Qatar, as the Americans have been sticking close to home in Doha