Supporters travelling to Qatar to follow their team in the World Cup have been warned that it won’t be easy, or cheap, to watch matches in Doha establishments.
The World Cup starts on November 20 when hosts Qatar play Ecuador, with England and Wales kicking off their tournaments a day later against Iran and the USA respectively. Organisers are expecting between 3,000 and 4,000 Three Lions fans and 2,400-3,000 Wales supporters to make the trip to the tiny Middle Eastern country to follow their sides
Those fans have already been warned the entire trip could cost them upwards of £5,000, with travel and accommodation scarce. Many supporters have decided to base themselves in nearby Dubai due to the lack of affordable hotels in Doha, but those who do stay in the Qatari capital should expect further difficulties – and damage to their wallets.