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‘It works like a balm’: How cricket unifies Sri Lanka in times of crisis

Cricket has been a unifying force and provided respite amid civil war and political and economic crises in Sri Lanka.

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‘Every day is a struggle’: Sri Lanka banks on Asia Cup cricket tournament

Cricket is bringing temporary relief to a struggling Sri Lankan economy reeling from post-COVID shortages and inflation.

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‘Special connection’: Sri Lanka’s love affair with Pakistan’s cricket team

Many Sri Lankans speak of a decades-old bond between the two South Asian nations – in cricket and beyond.

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Ons Jabeur: Tunisia’s ‘Minister of Happiness’ brings hope and joy

Fans say Jabeur’s journey to the top, her warmth towards opponents and gleaming smile set her apart from the rest.

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Staff picks: My favourite World Cup 2022 moment

From Morocco’s fairy-tale journey to Japan fans cleaning up after the match, here are a few highlights of the World Cup.

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How Argentina fans brought a bit of Buenos Aires to ‘Barwargento’

Barahat Al Janoub was renamed ‘Barwargento’ by Argentinian supporters who have brought a touch of their home to Qatar.

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Argentina fans protest lack of tickets for World Cup final

Hundreds are angry at the lack of ticket availability and high black-market prices for the finals against France.

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Morocco shirts sell out as World Cup fever grows

Shopkeepers in Qatar struggle to meet demand for merchandise ahead of Morocco’s historic semifinal against France.

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World Cup win for Lionel Messi is only a ‘matter of time’

From Bangladeshis to Bahrainis, the Argentinian superstar’s fans are in Doha praying their hero will lift the World Cup.

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Asian, African fans relish ‘affordable’, close-to-home World Cup

Proximity and ease of access have allowed fans who can’t afford travel to the West to finally live their dreams.

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World Cup 2022 has a winner, say women football fans: safety

Female fans from Brazil to Colombia and Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia say they’re enjoying late-night games, safe and secure.

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Argentina fans ‘want to win the cup for Messi’

From the Doha metro to stadiums, Argentina fans say they want to repay their idol by nudging him towards a win.

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Fancy selfies with ‘Pele’ and ‘Maradona’ in Doha?

An interactive exhibition on South American football is drawing World Cup fans – young and old, local and global.

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Fans unimpressed amid flag row ahead of Iran-US World Cup clash

US Soccer social media post that depicted a modified Iranian flag triggered a furore ahead of a critical Group B match.

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The beauty shop catering to Qatar’s African community

Inside a bustling Doha neighbourhood is a popular beauty and fashion store, which was started by a former taxi driver.

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Arab teams turn Qatar World Cup into a ‘home’ tournament

With their unexpectedly good results and shared excitement, Arab fans unite to celebrate their teams’ pitch heroics.

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Palestinians wave their flag high at the Qatar World Cup

Palestinians living in Qatar, as well as those visiting, are taking advantage of the world’s attention on the World Cup

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Football and fried chicken: Saudi Al Baik spreads wings in Qatar

The World Cup aside, there are dozens of cultural events, entertainment planned – and then there’s the food.

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