The 2022 World Cup has been mired in controversy since Qatar was announced as its host 12 years ago. Despite numerous corruption allegations, investigations and stark outcries over its troublesome track record on human rights, the small yet incredibly wealthy country has landed a spot on the world stage as the contentious tournament goes ahead.
Grave concerns have been raised over the host nation's stance on same sex relationships - as Qatari law prohibits their very existence. The country faced even further scrutiny when a Qatar World Cup ambassador recently described homosexuality as "damage in the mind" - just days before the tournament kicked off.
