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Here are things World Cup fans are restricted from doing in Qatar

A FIFA boss once said, "Alcoholic drinks are part of the FIFA World Cup." But that was then. A beer ban in stadiums is just one of the changes fans face in Qatar.

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England fans vow to still "get p*****" with plan to get around World Cup booze ban

Alcohol will not be available to football fans at the Qatar World Cup - outside of hospitality boxes - after a late U-turn from the host nation to infuriate fans

Daily Mirror

Gianni Infantino insists FIFA is ‘200 per cent’ in control of the World Cup after last-minute stadium beer ban

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted he feels ”200 percent in control” of the World Cup after the governing body changed its policy on selling alcohol inside stadiums in Qatar 48 hours before the opening match.

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Every word of 'staggering' speech by FIFA president Gianni Infantino on eve of World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been heavily criticised for his speech on the eve of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Liverpool Echo

FIFA head says fans should be able to abstain at World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has downplayed Qatar’s last minute ban on the sale of beer at World Cup stadiums as nothing more than a brief inconvenience to spectators

The Independent UK

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.

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Calling time on alcohol sponsorship in Scottish football will hit our grassroots game

When Celtic announced last week they had been granted a licence to sell alcohol inside Parkhead it raised hopes around the country that Scottish…

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Roger Goodell threatens ‘significant discipline’ for future alcohol violations

The NFL will take action against teams when it comes to future alcohol violations

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Multiple World Cup sponsors concerned over contracts after Qatar’s alcohol ban

Qatar’s late U-turn on selling beer could affect the £63m Budweiser contract, while another major sponsor said partners feel ‘let down by Fifa’

The Guardian - UK

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.

Al Jazeera

High-rolling World Cup fans will get alcohol at stadiums

Champagne, whiskey, vodka and even some sommelier-selected wines will be available for some fans at World Cup stadiums in Qatar

The Independent UK

Mike Vrabel talks Todd Downing’s arrest, won’t comment on if alcohol was on plane

Titans head coach Mike Vrabel declined to say if alcohol was on the plane.

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Beer ban is show of strength and an almighty two fingers up to Qatar’s critics

The late decision on the sale of alcohol in World Cup stadiums shows that the host nation is running the show, not Fifa

The Guardian - UK

Qatar just spat in the face of Budweiser's $75 million World Cup sponsorship

Qatar says it will now ban alcohol sales within World Cup stadiums, something it had initially agreed to allow.

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Daily Record

Scottish football bosses warn SNP ministers against ban on alcohol advertising

Football bosses have warned that banning booze adverts from grounds could mean an end to major international tournaments such as Euro 2028 being staged in Scotland.

Insider UK

New restrictions on alcohol advertising could be ‘extremely grave’ for football

The consultation on new government proposals was announced yesterday

Glasgow Live

Beloved Motherwell pub closes for good due to 'spiralling energy, alcohol and food costs'

The Bullfrog Bar and Lounge in Motherwell has decided to close up shop as the astronomical rise in costs have left the business on its knees, making it impossible to operate.

Sports Illustrated

Qatar Bans Stadium Beer Sales Two Days Before World Cup

The shocking change of course is just one a few last-minute adjustments taking place in the host nation.

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Daily Mirror

Budweiser's perfect deleted tweet as World Cup 2022 hosts Qatar ban beer

Budweiser pay FIFA around £63million for the privilege of being its exclusive beer supplier at major tournaments - but other than Bud Zero, its non-alcoholic brand, there will be no Budweiser for fans in and around stadiums in Qatar

The National (Scotland)

SFA say Scottish football alcohol ad ban could have 'grave' consequences

SCOTTISH football’s leading bodies have warned of the significant unintended consequences of a potential ban on alcohol brand sponsorships for all…

Manchester Evening News

Qatar bans sale of alcohol at stadiums two days before World Cup

The FIFA World Cup kicks off on Sunday with hosts Qatar facing Ecuador

Daily Record

Neil Doncaster and Ian Maxwell warn Scottish football booze ad ban could have 'grave' consequences

The SPFL and Scottish FA has responded to the Scottish Government's consultation on restricting the advertising of alcohol.

Daily Record

Banning display of alcohol in Scottish shops could hammer businesses, government warned

SNP ministers have launched a "heavy-handed" public consultation over plans to restrict adverts for beers, wines and spirits.

The Independent UK

Why the late decision? Fans banned from buying alcohol at World Cup stadiums

The decision was taken in consultation with the host country authorities.

Al Jazeera

World Cup organisers say beer won’t be sold at stadiums in Qatar

Alcohol will still be available to those in hospitality areas and also at the FIFA Fan Festival in central Doha.

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