Roy Keane offered a simple summary as the Qatar World Cup drew to a conclusion - insisting the tournament is "stained" irrespective of the football it has offered up.
The first World Cup to take place in the Middle East has been shrouded in controversy from the outset with a huge spotlight shone focused on the treatment of migrant workers, women, and the LGBTQ+ population. Those questions have continued to be raised throughout the tournament, which has delivered plenty of drama and excitement on the pitch.
Manchester United legend Keane has insisted the on-field product is irrelevant and that "this World Cup is stained" as a result of the backdrop beneath which it has been played.
